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Southern Lee’s Cavaliers secured the program’s inaugural state title with a dominant 12-2 win, rallying after a heartbreaking Game 2 and delivering a performance that will be remembered across North Carolina.
South Caldwell rallied from a 7‑4 deficit to beat Southern Lee 8‑7 in Game 2 of the NC 6A state championship series, pushing the title to a final Game 3.
Providence’s Panthers rallied in the fifth inning, scoring three runs to overturn a 2‑0 deficit and clinch their fourth state championship, with Jaxon Haynes earning MVP honors.
Holly Springs captured its inaugural girls soccer state title on Saturday, edging Weddington 2-1 in a contest that hinged on a 48th‑minute strike by Gabby Barbee and a decisive MVP showing from Sorin Smith.
Providence High School secured a 6-0 victory in Game 2 of the N.C. High School Athletic Association 8A baseball championship series, extending their lead over Corinth Holders. The Panthers opened with three runs and added solo homers from Jaxon Haynes and Jack Pejot, while Corinth Holders had previously snapped the Panthers’ 29‑game win streak with a 4-3 win in Game 1.
The Jaguars clinched the 2026 N.C. 4A championship with a solitary goal, finishing the season undefeated in conference play.
The Mavericks rallied behind key performances from Levi Kerr, Alex Hampton and Dylan Poling to take a 6-2 lead in the state championship series, setting up a winner‑takes‑all Game 3.
A dominant pitching display and clutch defensive plays propelled Marvin Ridge to a 6‑2 victory over Holly Springs, forcing a decisive third game in the state title series.
Pine Lake Prep overwhelmed Wake Prep 5-1 in the N.C. High School Athletic Association 3A girls soccer championship, driven by freshman Peyton Peterson’s three goals and an assist, while Wake Prep’s Ella Saunders struck in the 58th minute.
Hickory High School's girls soccer team captured its inaugural state title in the N.C. High School Athletic Association 5A final, defeating Dixon 2-0 with goals from Stephanie Zulueta and Piper Jillings, who was named MVP.
Hickory’s 23-1-1 squad captured its first ever state title, with goals from Stephanie Zulueta and MVP Piper Jillings, while Dixon finished 19-4-2. The match also honored Lizzie Capps and Harper White with the Sportsmanship Award.
In a tightly contested final, Charlotte Catholic defeated Jacksonville 1-0, with Savanna Leckner scoring the decisive goal in the 11th minute. The Crusaders' historic win marks their eighth appearance in the championship match.
Addison Peirce's three goals guide Christ the King to a fourth title in five years over Franklin Academy in the N.C. High School Athletic Association 2A girls soccer championship.
Myers Park edged Hoggard 1‑1 after 110 minutes, then prevailed 5‑4 in penalties to win the 8A state championship, highlighted by key goals, saves and a sportsmanship showcase.
The Rosewood Eagles overcame a no‑hit opening to win the 2A state championship, with Jacob Bond, Kaeden Hinson and Ed Gardner delivering key moments.
The Knights clinched their second consecutive N.C. High School Athletic Association 5A championship, driven by MVP Cason McGinnis, pitcher Parker Williams and a relentless offense.
The Wolves secured a decisive 3‑0 win over Summit Charter, highlighted by Lucy Poitras’s three goals and a historic first state championship for the school.
North Lincoln defeated Seaforth 11‑1 in the first game of the 2026 N.C. 5A state championship, showcasing a strong offense and airtight defense while Seaforth, the lowest‑seeded team ever to reach the title game, looks to rebound in Game 2.
The Ironmen blanked Rosewood 4‑0 in the first game of the 2A baseball championship, with Bumgardner striking out 11 and driving in runs. A second win would crown the team’s ninth state title.
The Bunn Wildcats opened the N.C. High School Athletic Association 4A state championship series with a 3-2 win over the Burns Bulldogs in Holly Springs, highlighted by Caleb Johnson’s diving catch.
Holly Springs High School's girls soccer team edged Heritage High 3-1 in the 7A East regional final, propelled by goals from Barbee, Kulha and Garrido, and will now face Weddington in the state title match.
Heritage’s girls soccer team edged top‑seeded Cardinal Gibbons 2-0, with goals from Eden Capps and Margot Gardner, advancing to the 7A regional championship and confronting a familiar playoff adversary.
Holly Springs High School’s baseball team erased a 5‑0 deficit to sweep Cardinal Gibbons and secure a spot in the N.C. 7A state championship series, a feat not achieved since 2011.
Palisades Pumas secure their third consecutive championship, showcasing the impact of new NCHSAA sanctioning and community support.