Baseball Monarchs Sign Seven For 2008-09 Dec 11, 2007
and Chris Boggs, (Louisburg College, RHP, Manassas, VA.) signed letters of intent to play for the Monarchs in the 2008-09 season. " Once again we have brought in an outstanding recruiting class in the early signing period, that will become a part of our program for the 2008-2009 year. Coaches and have done a tremendous job in identifying and securing this group that will make a major impact on the future of ODU Baseball. Not only have these young men achieved success on the field, but more... (Odusports.com)
SIC Lady Falcons ranked fourth in new NJCAA poll Dec 8, 2007
23 Louisburg College 8-1 26. 24 Lincoln Trail College 7-1 22. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Christmas Tour of Homes Nov 24, 2007
She studied art at Louisburg College and then died in the flu epidemic in 1918. My great-grandmother handmade Rena s wedding trouseau, and a nightgown made for her 1914 wedding is on display in the master bath. (The Daily Reflector)
Play! Recreational Sports Calendar - 1 Nov 20, 2007
Information: Will Whitlock (919) 889-2162, CLINIC Pitcher-catcher clinic, noon-5 Dec. 2, Louisburg College. Ages: 7-18. (News & Observer -- Sports)
ECU Baseball Announces 09 Signing Class Nov 18, 2007
Paul Clemens - RHP - 6-3, 170 - Louisburg College (NC), Robinson HS (VA)Overpowering right-handed pitcher who consistently pitches in the low to mid 90s with his fastball ... As a Freshman at Louisburg College for Head Coach Tommy Atkinson and pitching coach Jerry Edwards, Clemens posted a 7-2 record with 61 strikeouts in 70 innings pitched allowing only 57 hits and 21 earned runs ... Zach Woods - RHP - 6-0, 180 - Louisburg College (NC), Princess Anne HS (VA) Athletic right-handed pitcher who... (East Carolina Sports -- Rivals.com)
Prospect Countdown: #50 Anthony Martinez Nov 7, 2007
He didn't see a ton of playing time for the baseball team and ended up transferring to Louisburg College for his senior year. Martinez's selection was in the draft was largely a bet on his raw power and, obviously, some degree of athleticism. (Baltimore, TheInsiders.com)
Falcons must forfeit eight victories Nov 3, 2007
Prior to enrolling at Lackawanna for the 2006 fall semester, Griggs, from Winston-Salem, N.C., attended Louisburg College in North Carolina in the spring of 2006. But Lackawanna officials did not learn this until one week before the start of the season. (Scranton Times, PA)
ECU roundup: Sadler ready for Purple-Gold softball game Oct 6, 2007
Sadler, a former standout at Southside High School, transferred to ECU from Louisburg College. After putting up gaudy numbers for the Hurricanes, Sadler said the adjustment to Division I softball has been challenging. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Western Carolina Soccer, Football and Softball at Home This Weekend Oct 5, 2007
Phillips, a transfer from Louisburg College, finished with six solo tackles and 13 assists at GSU. The Charlotte, N.C., native entered the Georgia Southern game with 26 total tackles through the first four games of the season, nearly doubling his seasonal output in one game. Phillips joins junior place kicker as the second Catamount to combine for WCU's three SoCon weekly awards this season. (Catamountsports.com)
Western Carolina's Quinton Phillips Named SoCon Defensive Player of the Week Oct 2, 2007
Phillips, a transfer from Louisburg College, finished with six solo tackles and 13 assists at GSU. The Charlotte, N.C., native entered the Georgia Southern game with 26 total tackles through the first four games of the season, nearly doubling his seasonal output in one game. Keying on Eagle point-man, quarterback Jayson Foster, the Catamount defense limited the senior to 96 yards on the ground and just 99 total all-purpose yards, well below his national-leading average of 248. (Catamountsports.com)
Wilson murder trial opens despite questions Sep 24, 2007
Johnson was a standout high school soccer player who planned to attend Louisburg College. Meeks, now 20, was a dropout, and students say he was a troublemaker. (News & Observer)
Video: Hargrave Military Academy at Louisburg College Sep 15, 2007
The Wolfpacker was at the Hargrave Military Academy at Louisburg College game this past Sunday with its camera recording the action. Here are some highlights of the three defensive linemen in action -- Pack commitment Kyle Linney (pictured) and targets Quinton Coples and Leon Mackey. (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Video interview: Quinton Coples Sep 13, 2007
Hargrave played at Louisburg College last Sunday, and The Wolfpacker was there. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Video interview: Kyle Linney Sep 11, 2007
The Wolfpacker travelled to Louisburg College on Sunday to watch Hargrave Military Academy take on the Hurricanes. Hargrave features NC State commitment Kyle Linney at defensive tackle. (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bulldog Bites Sep 6, 2007
6 p.m. Sept. 27 at Louisburg College. 2 p.m. Sept. 29 at Wilkes Community College. (The Daily Reflector)
Public school critic funds alternative Aug 4, 2007
He said he's also talking with Louisburg College in Franklin County and parents in Cary about creating their own schools. Luddy envisions other communities working with him to create their own private schools. (News & Observer)
Gines reacches 600th win Jul 8, 2007
Southern Illinois native and former SIC and John A. Logan softball coach Don Gines reached the 600-win plateau as a college coach at Louisburg College in North Carolina. Gines reached the feat with a win over University of South Carolina-Salkehatchie, a conference rival, in Region X regular season play. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Smith Tabbed Head Softball Coach Jul 3, 2007
Before her time with North Idaho, Smith had a one-year stint at Louisburg College in Louisburg, N.C. As an assistant coach for the program, she worked with the infielders and served as the hitting coach. In 2003, Louisburg won the Region X Championship title. (Aupanthers.com)
Sadler commits to ECU softball Jun 15, 2007
The catcher is coming off two successful seasons at Louisburg College, where she helped lead the Hurricanes to consecutive trips to nationals. She hit. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Frazier had a keen eye for talent on the diamond Jun 14, 2007
"He was fortunate enough because of his contacts and how hard he worked to recruit and bring in good players. He always had an abundance of talent, and he tried to teach those guys to play the game the right way.''I feel like I've known Frazier forever. For about 20 years, I conducted telephone interviews with him about local standouts.He was always eager to talk about Musselman, Holley (later a UNCW standout), ex-White Oak star Chad Fonville, who played for four years with four different... (The Morning Star)
High Schools' Finest: Baseball Jun 11, 2007
REPORTED SIGNINGS: Cory Adams, Garner, Pfeiffer; Justin Bagley, Farmville Central, Lenoir Community College; David Barham, Wake Forest-Rolesville, N.C. Wesleyan; Tyler Brown, Wake Forest-Rolesville, Lenoir-Rhyne; Sam Buie, Cameron Union Pines, Florence-Darlington Technical; Michael Caddell, Middle Creek, South Carolina-Sumter; Corey Carver, Fuquay-Varina, Pitt Community College; Jeffrey Citero, Southeast Raleigh, N.C. Central; David Cloyd, Wake Forest-Rolesville, UNC-Greensboro; Ryne Cole,... (News & Observer -- Sports)
High Schools' Finest: Boys golf Jun 11, 2007
REPORTED SIGNINGS: Chad Day, Ravenscroft, N.C. State; Connor Kennedy, Siler City Jordan-Matthews, Louisburg College; Kevin O'Connell, Green Hope, North Carolina; Kyle Sonday, Green Hope, UNC-Greensboro; Craig Wood, Siler City Jordan-Matthews, Elon; Henry Zaytoun, III, Ravenscroft, North Carolina. All rights reserved. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Godwin and baseball: A family affair Jun 1, 2007
In six years at Louisburg College, Godwin compiled a 262-85 record. Among his personal achievements, Godwin earned Region X and Eastern District Coach of the Year and was named the North Carolina Coach of the Year in 2002. (Washington Daily News, NC)
N.C. Hall of Fame inducts nine tonight May 18, 2007
Jack McKeon, who at age 74 guided the Florida Marlins to the World Series title in 2003, and coach Russ Frazer, who won 1,034 games in 40 years at Louisburg College, carved special niches in baseball. All-Americas Pete Brennan -- who helped spark North Carolina to the 1957 national championship -- and Genia Beasley of N.C. State gained fame in basketball. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Washington Sunday: California finishes strong, wins section title May 13, 2007
Jeney has committed Louisburg College in Louisburg, N.C., which has one of the top junior college programs in the nation. Twelve former Louisburg players have gone on to play in the major leagues, and Hartman called the school a "feeder for SEC schools," referring to what is generally accepted as the top Division I baseball conference in the country. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
More of this story May 4, 2007
Ransom just completed her career at Louisburg College, a junior college in Louisburg. In two seasons under head coach Mike Holloman, she compiled 434 career assists a school record. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Diamond brothers to square off May 1, 2007
"Often we have to cool down before we get real mad.''They get their competitiveness naturally. Both said father Randy and mother Terry are equally fiery.Terry played basketball for Louisburg College, while Randy is a long-time recreational softball player."When Darryl and I play each other in the playroom, each of us wins half the time,'' Trevor said. "It is the same with our parents. Some days we can't beat my mom or my dad.''On the diamond, the twins started preparing for their showdown a... (The Morning Star)
High School Athlete of the Week Apr 26, 2007
THE FUTURE: Jeney has made a verbal commitment to Louisburg College, which has a highly successful junior-college team. Twelve former Louisburg players have gone on to play in the major leagues. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
* World News Quick Take Apr 23, 2007
More than 40 adults participated in the contest at Louisburg College, said Allen de Hart, who founded the convention in 1970. Phyllis Heil and Tom Bryant of the US were named whistling entertainers of the year. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
ECU wins 10th game in a row Mar 22, 2007
"That probably would have been the last one in Greenville, at Guy Smith, on a good pitch," recalled the former Rampant, now an ECU junior by way of transfer from Louisburg College who said he was just happy to crack the starting lineup Wednesday. "It's nice just to get in the game. We had a solid effort on offense and defense tonight. "It was just a nice pitch to hit, a fastball on the inner half. (The Daily Reflector)
South tops West in rematch on the court Mar 22, 2007
The Louisburg College team posted the victory with a team score of 290. Corey Brown from Louisburg had the low score with a 69. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
SIC women ranked No. 1 in Nation Mar 2, 2007
Harrisburg Daily Register Online - Sports. Friday, March 02, 2007. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Seahawks take their shot at No. 1 Feb 21, 2007
Cantrell, a junior right-hander, received a medical redshirt last season after transferring from Louisburg College. As for the coaches, Scalf and Fox, infielders for UNCW and UNC, competed against each other in 1977-78. (The Morning Star)
Carolina Baseball Season Preview Feb 15, 2007
" STARTING PITCHING Senior right-hander , one of the most experienced, crafty and consistent pitchers in the nation, returns as the Tar Heels' Friday night ace. He was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals, but elected to return to Chapel Hill. Woodard, who was 7-1 in 2006, is a big-game pitcher as evidenced by complete-game shutouts of top-10 opponents Virginia and Clemson a year ago. The Charlotte Myers Park product stands eighth all-time at UNC with 23 victories and can become the school's... (Tarheelblue.com)
Seahawks face daunting schedule early Feb 9, 2007
"I guess, early on, we'll see what we have and what we need to work on. I'm sure there is a little doubt in the younger guys' minds. We've been there, but it is the first time for them suiting up against the likes of Oklahoma, South Carolina and the rest.''Six of the newcomers are freshmen pitchers, plus you can classify Jon Cantrell a newcomer since he threw less than five innings after transferring from Louisburg College in fall 2005.Cantrell underwent arm surgery in March and has regained... (The Morning Star)
Monarchs Open Season Friday With Three-Game Series Against UMES Feb 7, 2007
was a standout pitcher at nearby Greenbrier Christian Academy as well as Louisburg College, while earned All Metro honors at Gonzaga High School in the Washington, DC area. Thirdbaseman earned All-District and All-Region honors at nearby Princess Anne High School while Velleggia led the Baltimore area in homers the last two seasons and compiled a 30-2 career record at Menchville. (Odusports.com)
Coffield shining for Trojans Jan 9, 2007
Among former area athletes getting ready for the spring softball season are Meredith Knox (Washington High School) at Anderson University, Mika Gurganus (Williamston High School) and Barton College, Sarah Weaver (Williamston High School) at Barton College, FranCheska Pittman (Plymouth High School) at N.C. Central University, M.J. Williams (Mattamuskeet High School) at Lees-McRae, Nicole Jordan (Jamesville High School) at Pitt Community College, Kendall Sadler (Southside High School) at Louisburg... (Washington Daily News, NC)
'Earth Daddy' gets reward - $20,000 check from retailer Nov 27, 2006
"Bits and piecesThe Mountains to Sea Trail was born out of the North Carolina Trails System Act of 1973, which aimed to stitch together a cross-state footpath using land culled from federal, state and local governments as well as private property easements.The path has grown in bits and pieces since the early 1980s. Most recently, a 10.5 mile section in the Pisgah National Forest was designated a finalized part of the trail in May, completing a 240-mile section of continuous natural-surface... (The Morning Star)
MST promoter, group founder honored for stewardship Nov 26, 2006
"The Mountains to Sea Trail was born out of the Trails System Act of 1973, which aimed to stitch together a cross-state footpath using land culled from federal, state and local governments as well as private property easements.The path has grown in bits and pieces since the early 1980s. Most recently, a 10.5 mile section in the Pisgah National Forest was designated a finalized part of the trail in May, completing a 240-mile section of continuous natural-surface trail in the western mountains.In... (Foster's Daily Democrat)
New Video: Jarrell Miller Nov 1, 2006
In last weekend's win over Louisburg College, the UNC commitment showed flashes of what made him such a heralded recruit out of Highland Springs (Va. . (InsideCarolina.com)
Miller opens up recruitment Oct 29, 2006
LOUISBURG, N.C. - Fork Union Military Academy linebacker Jarrell Miller had a solid outing Saturday afternoon, leading the Blue Devils to a convincing 34-3 victory over Louisburg College. Afterwards, Miller spoke with Carolina Blue about the UNC coaching situation, and indicated that he may start looking around at other possibilities. (North Carolina Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vandy 2007 commitment tracker: eighth edition Oct 27, 2006
FUMA will visit the state of North Carolina again on Saturday, when they take on Louisburg College. - Linebacker, White Station, Memphis (TN). (Vanderbilt Sports -- Rivals.com)
South runs to conference championship Oct 20, 2006
The Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute golf team shared a win with Louisburg College at Cardinal Country Club in Selma. The Cobras and Louisburg each finished with four-player scores of 340. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Web Run: J. Hannah makes stop with club team Oct 18, 2006
Instead, he plays tight end at Louisburg College before a few hundred fans at the Louisburg High School field, where the Hurricanes play their home games. For Hannah, it's a one-year stop-over on the way to N.C. State, where he plans to enroll next summer with three years of eligibility remaining. (StateFans.com)
Football Commitments Weekly Stats Oct 15, 2006
Hargrave Military Academy hosts Louisburg College, Saturday. New Berlin (N.Y.) Milford Academy travels to University, Monday. (InsideCarolina.com)
»Anson High School to host college night Sept. 18 Sep 14, 2006
Anson County Weather Sponsored by. Anson High School to host college night Sept. 18. (Anson Record, NC)
Photo Gallery: Miguel Chavis Sep 12, 2006
By Inside CarolinaDate: Sep 11, 2006 LOUISBURG, N.C. --- Inside Carolina was on the sidelines Sunday for Miguel Chavis' game against Louisburg College. Check out photos of the UNC commitment in action. (InsideCarolina.com)
Carolina Lookouts make softball history; team wins second straight national title Jul 30, 2006
Meredith Knox will play for Anderson University; Tara Stancill, Mary Drew, Lindsay Shaw and Tyler Riggan will play at Louisburg College. oas:cumberlink. (Washington Daily News, NC)
»Tyson hones pitching skills in Canadian minor league Jul 13, 2006
The 6'8 rising junior is spending the summer in the starting rotation of the Medicine Hat Mavericks after recently having finished a two-year stint at Louisburg College. During his final campaign at Louisburg, Tyson posted a 2-0 record and a 2. (Anson Record, NC)
Riverbend High School senior awards Jul 10, 2006
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Smith named best college catcher Jun 29, 2006
For his career, Taylor posted a 16-2 career on the mound for the Pirates and an overall 37-4 collegiate record which included two seasons at Louisburg College. As a junior he set a single-season record for best-winning percentage (1. (The Daily Reflector)
GCL Braves Season Preview Jun 26, 2006
Johnson was the Braves 13th round pick earlier this month out of Louisburg College. He was a closer in college, and the Braves will probably give him a few opportunities to do the same thing as he starts his pro career. (Atlanta, TheInsiders.com)
Son remembers late father Jun 23, 2006
After graduating from J.H. Rose High School and attending Louisburg College, the avid hunter and Faith and Victory Church member started Randolph Paving Coating Inc., which he operated in Greenville for more than 10 years. Prior to that, he operated the business in Pennsylvania after marrying his wife, Terry. (The Daily Reflector)
Former Northside star Wilson to join Longwood Lancers Jun 21, 2006
I went there, and learned the fundamentals, Wilson said of his time at Louisburg College. I went there, and I did what I had to do. (Washington Daily News, NC)
UNCC names finalists for vice chancellor Jun 17, 2006
Rasberry has 25 years of experience in college development and related duties at Georgetown University, UNC Chapel Hill, Louisburg College and Loyola Marymount University. Sorenson has 27 years of development experience, including leadership roles at the Greater Charlotte YMCA, where he spent five years, and international public-relations firm Ketchum Inc., where he was vice president, managing director and campaign director. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Assistant Coach Kenny Terry Leaving Rockets to Take Head Post at Belmont Abbey Jun 14, 2006
Prior to his arrival in Toledo, Terry served as an assistant coach at Louisburg College in 2004 where he helped the team capture NJCAA Region X regular-season and tournament titles and finish 28-12. Terry coached two pitchers that earned All-Region X, while the team's catcher made Region X All-Tournament Team. (Utrockets.com)
2006 Baseball Draft Selections Jun 8, 2006
Baltimore, Anthony Martinez, 1B, Louisburg College. 326. (Sacramento Bee -- Sports)
2006 Braves Draft Picks Jun 8, 2006
1 - 24 CODY JOHNSON OF CRAWFORD MOSLEY HS 6-4 195 08/18/88 1S - 38 CORY RASMUS RHP RUSSELL CO. - AL 6-0 200 11/06/87 1S - 43 STEVE EVARTS LHP ROBINSON HS - FL 6-3 180 10/13/87 2 - 51 JEFF LOCKE LHP KENNETT KS - NH 6-2 180 11/20/87 2 - 68 DUSTIN EVANS RHP GEORGIA SOUTHERN 6-4 215 09/24/84 2 - 72 CHASE FOUNTAINE SS DAYTONA BEACH CC 6-2 185 10/22/85 3 - 100 CHAD ROGERS LHP WALSH JESUIT HS - OH 6-3 185 11/23/87 4 - 130 LEE HYDE LHP GEORGIA TECH 6-2 185 02/14/85 5 - 160 KEVIN GUNDERSON LHP OREGON ST.... (Atlanta, TheInsiders.com)
Pitch perfect May 19, 2006
(36-9) 5 Southeastern CC, Iowa (41-12) 4, Chattanooga State Tech (51-11) 1 Eastern Oklahoma State (54-14) 4, Blinn College, Texas (39-20) 1 Indian River (54-10) 2, Central Alabama CC (50-9) 0 Louisburg College, N.C. (27-14) 4, Temple College, Texas (52-3) 3 (8 inn ... Gulf Coast (53-8) 9, Southeastern Iowa (42-12) 2 Odessa College, Texas (41-21-2) 14, Louisburg College, N.C. (28-14) 4 Blinn College, Texas (39-21) vs. Central Alabama (50-10), late Otero, Colo. (Vero Beach Press Journal)
OJC to finish season at National Tournament May 18, 2006
Temple will play No. 16 seeded Louisburg College (27-14) from North Carolina. Temple is the team that ousted The Lady Rattlers in the tournament last year with a 12-3 victory. (La Junta Tribune Democrat, CO)
VanSant honored with seat in The Jungle May 14, 2006
Keeter played for Godwin at Louisburg College, helping the Hurricanes reach the Junior College World Series in 2002. A severe shoulder injury ended Keeter's playing career. (The Daily Reflector)
ECU seniors prep for final series at Clark-LeClair Stadium May 12, 2006
Adam Hodges, a senior who joined ECU last year after transferring from Louisburg College, had just about everyone laughing at Clark-LeClair Stadium. As Smith did some stretching exercises, Hodges yelled, "Look at that physique. It's body by Jake," referring to the exercise program sold on cable television shopping channels. (The Daily Reflector)
