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21 Mar

Trinity wrestler learned to cope with injury on way to state title

Bob SuttonSportsBrandon Coggins, Greensboro, Lawson Coltrane, nchsaa, prep wrestling, state tournament, Trinity Bulldogs

Trinity’s Lawson Coltrane was delighted after winning the Class 2A championship at 165 pounds against Connor Byrd of Bandys. (PJ Ward-Brown / Randolph Record) TRINITY — By the time the postseason for the high school wrestling season arrived, Trinity senior Lawson Coltrane knew there could be obstacles. He tried not to think about one of the biggest challenges he would face. He suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament during the season. But if he wanted to achieve his goal, he would have to deal with it. “I don’t even know how to explain it,” Coltrane said. “It kind of happened…

20 Mar

‘Ride the Rise’ campaign promotes Randolph County

Bob SuttonNewsrandolph county, Randolph County Economic Development Corporation

ASHEBORO — There’s a concentrated campaign to bring business interests to Randolph County and to attract more residents. This is a targeted effort on social media launched by the Randolph County Economic Development Corporation. This is titled “Ride the Rise,” an effort to showcase the county’s assets and drawn attention to the county. A video touts Randolph County as “the perfect place to live, work and visit.” It’s an effort to highlight growing industries and the need for a larger labor force. “Jobs of the future” are emphasized. “We want to redefine the narrative and showcase all the good happening…

20 Mar

Gerstner roars in March Modness at Caraway Speedway

Randolph RecordSportsCaraway speedway, Stock car racing

Jeremy Gerstner, front left, was a winner last weekend at Caraway Speedway. (Courtesy photo) SOPHIA — Jeremy Gerstner was the big winner in the March Modness by taking the 75-lap race Saturday at Caraway Speedway. Starting in the fourth position, Gerstner broke away following a redraw. Burt Myers was the runner-up, while Brandon Ward took third, followed by Gary Putnam and Blake Barney. In the Carolina Crate Modified Series, Sean McElearney took the top spot, with Dylan Ward second. Cody Norman, Mitchell Ward and Tyler Grynewicz were second through fifth. In the Chargers division, Matthew Smith led the last 23…

19 Mar

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Taryn Waugh

Randolph RecordSportsathlete of the week, prep soccer, Providence Grove Patriots, Taryn Waugh

Providence Grove, girls’ soccer Waugh has been on another scoring tear for the Patriots, reaching a milestone last week. The senior forward eclipsed the 100-goal mark for her career while Providence Grove won three games. In nine games this season, she has racked up 26 goals. She has scored at least 23 goals in all four seasons with the Patriots. Waugh, a captain, notched one goal and two assists vs. Central Davidson, four goals and an assist vs. Southwestern Randolph and three goals and an assist vs. East Davidson. The Patriots entered this week with an 8-1 record. *** ***…

18 Mar

Varner to return to coach Randleman’s girls’ basketball team

Bob SuttonSportsBrandon Varner, nchsaa, piedmont athletic conference, Prep Basketball, Randleman Tigers

After a two-year absence, Brandon Varner will return to a coaching role with the Randleman girls’ basketball team. (Randolph Record file photo) RANDLEMAN — Brandon Varner is returning to the role as girls’ basketball coach at Randleman, appreciating a strong commitment from school officials to the program. “It was their passion about girls’ basketball and they really wanted me to lead that team,” Varner said. “From the get-go (principal Corey Phillips) was pretty passionate about that girls’ basketball team.” Varner stepped away following five seasons directing the Tigers in the spring of 2023. He’ll be the third coach in three…

17 Mar

New Asheboro city manager sworn in

Randolph RecordGovernment, Newscity manager, City of Asheboro, David Smith, Donald Duncan, John Ogburn

Donald Duncan Jr. is sworn in as new manager for the City of Asheboro on Monday. He’s accompanied by his wife, Amanda, center, and daughter, Julianna. (City of Asheboro photo) ASHEBORO — Donald Duncan Jr. became the city manager in Asheboro during an Oath of Office ceremony Monday morning. It’s the first time in nearly a quarter century that there’s a new person in that position. Duncan replaces retiring John Ogburn, who held the position for 24 years. Duncan’s hiring was announced in January. Local elected official and city staff were on hand for the ceremony welcoming Duncan. Duncan had…

17 Mar

Prep roundup: Tigers, Cougars excel in softball; Providence Grove keeps winning in soccer

Randolph RecordSportsAsheboro Blue Comets, Braxton Walker, Macie Crutchfield, Prep baseball, prep soccer, Providence Grove Patriots, Randleman Tigers, Southwestern Randolph Cougars, Taryn Waugh, Uwharrie Charter Academy Eagles, Wheatmore Warriors

Here are some highlights from last week’s spring sports competitions: Softball Kaylee Phillips homered and doubled when host Randleman defeated Eastern Randolph 6-1. Kinzie Ivey pitched six innings and Addyson Dees finished in the circle in Randleman’s 4-3 home victory vs. Montgomery Central. Dees had a double and triple in the Tigers’ 6-3 victory at Wheatmore. ** Southwestern Randolph’s Kami Dunn drove in three runs in a 16-1 victory against visiting Trinity. Macie Crutchfield fired a five-hitter as Southwestern Randolph defeated North Davidson 2-1 at home. Then came Crutchfield’s 12-strikeout effort in the Cougars’ 8-0 victory at Providence Grove. **…

16 Mar

Most basketball title teams from state finals come from West Region

Randolph RecordSportsnchsaa, Prep Basketball, state tournament, Stephen Gainey

Stephen Gainey, president of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association, helped present awards during the state tournament in Winston-Salem. Gainey is superintendent of the Randolph County School System. Here, he poses with Reidsville’s Johnniyus Sharpe, right, who was named Most Valuable Player of the Class 2A boys' state final. (NCHSAA photo) WINSTON-SALEM — Here’s a look at the state championship results for boys’ and girls’ basketball in the North Carolina High school Athletic Association. State finals were played Friday and Saturday at Joel Coliseum. Friday Class 1A boys: Corvian Community 58, Southern Wake 55, OT Class 1A girls: Cherokee…

15 Mar

All-Mid-Piedmont Conference for winter sports

Randolph RecordSportsAsheboro Blue Comets, Bearik Bigelow, Elijah Woodle, Maci Columbia, Mid-Piedmont Conference, Osiris Rodriguez, Prep Basketball, Prep swimming, prep wrestling

Asheboro’s Osiris Rodriguez looks to make a move against North Davidson during the past boys’ basketball season. (PJ Ward-Brown / Randolph Record) Here’s a list of the Mid-Piedmont Conference’s major award winners plus Asheboro’s all-conference selections for winter sports: Boys’ basketball Player of the Year: Adam Grier (Ledford) Co-Defensive Players of the Year: Loucas Shoaf (Oak Grove), Elijah Woodle (Asheboro) Coach of the Year: Ann Ferguson (Ledford) Asheboro: Elijah Woodle, Osiris Rodriguez, Jalial Timmons Girls’ basketball Co-Players of the Year: Cora Hadley (Oak Grove), Izzy Ferguson (Ledford) Defensive Player of the Year: Emma Hadley (Oak Grove) Coach of the Year: Catlyn Moser (Ledford) Asheboro: None…

14 Mar

State basketball finals set for Friday, Saturday in Winston-Salem

Bob SuttonSportsJoel Coliseum, nchsaa, Prep Basketball, Winston-Salem

Here’s a look at the state championship matchups for boys’ and girls’ basketball in the North Carolina High school Athletic Association. State finals will be played Friday and Saturday at Joel Coliseum in Winston-Salem. Friday Class 1A boys: Southern Wake vs. Corvian Community, 1:05 p.m. Class 1A girls: East Bladen vs. Cherokee, 3:35 p.m. Class 3A girls: Western Alamance vs. Cramer, 6:05 p.m. Class 3A boys: Southern Durham vs. Greensboro Smith, 8:35 p.m. Saturday Class 4A girls: Wakefield vs. Lake Norman, 12:05 p.m. Class 4A boys: New Hanover vs. North Mecklenburg, 2:35 p.m. Class 2A girls: Southeast Alamance vs. North…