High School Sports Stars Shine Bright in Fayetteville

The high school sports scene in Fayetteville is heating up as the season comes to a close. Teams are fighting hard for those final wins before the playoffs begin. E. E. Smith and Cape Fear made waves in swimming, taking home the Eastern Sandhills conference titles for both boys and girls. Meanwhile, the South View boys' wrestling team dominated their league, finishing with a perfect 5-0 record. This week, 11 athletes were nominated for the 910Preps Athlete of the Week. These students showed incredible skill and dedication in their respective sports. From basketball to swimming and wrestling, they all brought their A-game. Jaidiah Blake, a junior at Terry Sanford, had a standout performance in girls' basketball. She scored 23 points, grabbed 11 rebounds, and dished out 11 assists in a big win over South Central. Her all-around game was impressive. Azaria Burks, a freshman at Jack Britt, is already making a name for herself. She scored 21 points in a crucial conference win over Pine Forest, contributing to half of her team's total score. Her impact on the game was undeniable. In swimming, Josiah Cortez from Terry Sanford and Aiden Hale from Cape Fear both took first place in their events. Cortez won the 100-yard freestyle with a time of 58. 93, while Hale claimed the 50-yard freestyle in just 27. 62 seconds. Their speed and technique were top-notch.Jayden Hamer, a junior at Fayetteville Christian, hit a game-winning shot to lead his team to victory. He scored 23 points in the game, showing his clutch performance under pressure. Allison Lett from Freedom Christian had a stellar week in girls' basketball. She scored 38 points and grabbed 20 rebounds in one game, then followed it up with 27 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists in another. Her dominance on both ends of the court was remarkable. Samuel Gantt from Pine Forest continued his impressive wrestling season with a quick 1:41 fall in the 150-pound weight class. His strength and agility were on full display. Kyrece Morris from E. E. Smith secured a victory with a 50-second pin in wrestling. His quick thinking and powerful moves made him a standout performer. AnnaMarie Munroe and Kayleigh Toney from Pine Forest both won their swimming events. Munroe took first place in the 100-yard butterfly with a time of 57. 27, while Toney claimed the 50-yard freestyle in 29. 66 seconds. Their performances were nothing short of spectacular. These athletes have shown incredible talent and dedication. Their hard work and determination are inspiring, and they are truly deserving of recognition.