East Carolina

28 Dec

Randleman lineman involved in points record in Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas

Randolph RecordSportsEast Carolina, Jonathan Stokes, prep football, Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas

SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Jonathan Stokes of Randleman was part of a record-setting performance in the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas. Stokes, an offensive lineman, was on the North Carolina team in the 49-24 victory against South Carolina on Dec. 21 at Spartanburg High School in South Carolina. That marked the most points the North Carolina team has ever scored in the game history of the game, which extends more than 80 years. Senior standouts from North Carolina meet those from South Carolina in the annual game. It also was North Carolina’s first victory in 12 years, though there were no…

17 Dec

Randleman lineman set for Shrine Bowl, then off to East Carolina

Bob SuttonSportsEast Carolina, Jonathan Stokes, Randleman football, Randleman Tigers, Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas

Jonathan Stokes has been a staple on Randleman’s offensive line. (Randolph Record) RANDLEMAN – Jonathan Stokes of Randleman is on the North Carolina roster for the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas. It’s the offensive lineman’s last scheduled football stop before enrolling at East Carolina. The Shrine Bowl pits top seniors from North Carolina against their counterparts from South Carolina. The game is slated for Saturday afternoon at Spartanburg (S.C.) High School. Players and staff members reported to Spartanburg on Sunday to begin a week of practices and other activities. Stokes is one of eight offensive linemen selected for the North…