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Dream Comes True for 89-Year-Old Former Cheerleader An 89-year-old recently had her dreams of cheering again come true. A resident at Abernethy Laurels retirement community in Newton, NC, former cheerleader Pauline Heafner often told staff she wanted to cheer again. The team at Abernethy Laurels put a plan in place to make her dream a reality. Pauline Heafner, a former cheerleader at Belmont High School, graduated in 1943. Now 72 years later, the high-spirited senior citizen can easily recall her days as a cheerleader. “My cheerleading uniform had a big, red ‘B’ on the front, and the skirt was about knee length,” stated Heafner. Staff at Abernethy Laurels often report that Heafner will share a cheer with them. When Heafner was asked if she knew any cheers, she excitedly belted out, “Two, Four, Six, Eight; who do we appreciate? Belmont! Belmont! Belmont!” Employees at the retirement community knew Belmont was a special place to Heafner and reached out to her former high school, now named South Point High School, to ask the current cheerleaders to come meet and cheer with Heafner. “I could have asked a local high school to come cheer with her, but the fact that she can remember her days at Belmont and her big, red “B” led me to believe that an alternative high school just wouldn’t be the same for Pauline,” stated Shaylyn Ladd, Abernethy Laurels Public Relations Director. When asked to come to Abernethy Laurels, South Point High School Varsity Cheer Coach Kelly Brown quickly responded that the cheerleaders were interested in meeting Heafner. For the next couple of weeks, staff worked to put a uniform together for Pauline Heafner surrounded by cheerleaders from South Point High School when they recently came to cheer see more CHEERLEADER page 2 with her. Photo by Abernethy Laurels staff
David Hostetler rakes in the medals at local, state, national senior games By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com
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David Hostetler, 81, of Mt. Holly is seen with just a few of the medals he's earned competing in local, state, and national senior games. Hostetler says being active keeps him sharp. Photo by Alan Hodge
David Hostetler Sr. of Mt. Holly is an 81-year-old bundle of energy and has the medals to prove it. Hostetler, a real estate agent by trade, and a member of the Mt. Holly Parks and Recreation Sole Patrol fitness and friendship group, has been making a splash on the local, state, and national senior games circuit and wearing out the competition in the process. “I met a lady at a dance in 2006 and she got me interested in taking part in the senior games series,” Hostetler says. Sports that are on the senior games menu run the gamut and include swimming, track and field, high jump, badminton, hammer throw, bowling, bicycling, archery, horseshoes, and even judo. When he took part in the NC state-level senior games, in 2014, Hostetler came away with seven gold, two silver, and one bronze medals. Last month, Hostetler trekked to Minneapolis, Minn. and took part in the national level games at the convention center and other nearby venues there. He's also taken part in national games in San Francisco, Cleveland, and Houston. “We had over 10,000 participants at Minneapolis,” he said. “Some came from as far away as Australia.” True to form, Hostetler hauled some medals home from Minneapolis. “I got a gold medal in the badminton doubles, and a bronze in high jump,” he said. “I finished fourth in discus and hammer throw and fifth in singles badminton.” Hostetler's bronze in the high jump saw him soar four feet high. “Only two other guys in the country did better,” he said. According to Hostetler, the senior games are not only good for his outside, they are also good for his inside. see more HOSTETELER page 2
Doug Brewer’s 88th birthday is coming up Aug. 26 and for most of his life he’s had a pair of hair clippers in his hand. Born in Belmont in 1927, Brewer still plies his trade in a shop located in the rear of the Belmont General Store, making shaggy heads look neat, and trading stories with his pals. To digress- when WWII broke out, Brewer fibbed about his age and served in the U.S. Navy. One assignment was on the submarine USS “Muskelunge” where he loaded torpedoes. He was also on the battleship BB35 “Texas”. He also served on the aircraft carrier CV39 “Lake Champlain”. While he was on the Lake Champlain, he even gave a haircut to President Harry Truman. When he returned from the war, Brewer worked at Bill Ballard’s barber shop in East Belmont near Aberfoyle mill. By and by he opened his own place on Wilkinson Blvd. near the Park N Shop grocery store. Among his customers were several of NASCAR’s early pioneers including Joe Weatherly, Fireball Roberts, and Curtis Turner. Brewer was known for his expertise in giving a flat top haircut. A set of Siamese twins worked at the grocery store and Brewer was a great friend to them. After a while, Brewer moved his shop to the terminal at Douglas Municipal Airport. Then he moved again to New Dixie Rd. in the Steele Creek area. In 1985 he came back to Belmont and bought the Ballard building. A few years ago he moved into the General Store. You might say Brewer had cut a wide swath in the area hair business. These days, Brewer’s shop is more than a place to get a hair cut. It’s also a center of knowledge in the best barber shop tradition. Any given day that Doug is on duty you will see his pals in attendance offering comments on news, politics, see more BREWER page 2
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CHEERLEADER Heafner- complete with a big, red “B� and “1943�. The morning that the cheerleaders from Belmont arrived at Abernethy Laurels, staff had Heafner dressed in her newlymade cheerleading uniform ready to shake her pom-poms. The cheerleaders immediately took formation and cheered for Heafner. After a few cheers, the South Point cheerleaders presented Heafner with an official set of pom-poms and a school shirt. “Words can’t accurately describe how happy this made Pauline,� shared Tina Talbert, Activity Assistant at Abernethy Laurels. For the next half hour, the cheerleaders cheered, laughed and shared stories with Heafner. The former cheerleader had a ton of advice to offer the current cheerleaders. “You have to be enthusiastic because the teams
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work so hard practicing and doing their best. It’s our job to give them the motivation they need to win, win, win!� shared Heafner. Pauline Heafner’s dream to cheer again was made possible by Grant-a-Dream, a program through United Church Homes and Services that renews and celebrates the passion while creating joy within the hearts of seniors within their communities. Abernethy Laurels, a not-forprofit retirement community, takes pride in its history and tradition of excellence. While the community Pauline Heafner proudly wearing the offers a wide range of first-rate ame- uniform made for her by employees at nities, it is surprisingly affordable. Abernethy Laurels. Abernethy Laurels resident Pauline Heafner and employee Tina Talbert. For more information, visit www. Photos by Abernethy Laurels staff abernethylaurels.org or call toll free 877-637-7941 or 828-465-8519.
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Doug Brewer has been cutting hair in Belmont for decades. In this photo the WWII veteran is seen giving Doug Simpson a trim. Photo by Gwen Brewer
weather, sports, and any other subject that can be tossed and gored. One regular customer is Red Joye. He’s over 90-yearsold and was wounded during the Battle of the Bulge in 1944. Ken Carpenter is in Brewer’s shop quite a bit. He served in the Navy during the Korean War. Brewer has seen generations of heads. According to his friend and customer Doug Simpson, Brewer has cut four generations of his family’s hair including grandfather Julius Jenkins, father Charlie Simpson, himself, and twin grandsons Juluis and Christian Swinson. “Master barber and one of a kind,� said Simpson. “That description fits Doug Brewer to a ‘T’. He’s a treasure for Belmont, Mount Holly, and Gaston County.� Happy birthday Doug.
BHS silent auction/Italian dinner fundraiser Belmont Historical Society will be hosting its 4th annual Silent Auction with an Italian Dinner fundraiser on Saturday, August 22nd. The event will be held at the American Legion building at 202 Park Drive, Belmont. Time is 6:00 pm. Tickets are $10.00 each, can be purchased at Jean's Flowers, 123 Park Street, or Belmont General Store in Downtown Belmont. Come and enjoy good food, good fellowship and many interesting items to purchase at the auction. The Belmont Historical Society (BHS) has been in existence for 10 years and we are
proud of what has been accomplished at the museum. On site is the 1899 Robert L. Stowe, Sr. home, a restored 1930's textile mill house, a 1899 free standing kitchen/cooks quarters. In storage is the restored 1960's Stowe Park "Special" train engine. We encourage you to visit us. The museum is located at 40 Catawba Street, Belmont and is open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 1:00-5:00 pm, admission is free. For more information concerning the silent auction, please contact Debbie at 704825-9781 or Elizabeth at 704-813-2648.
Florence Crittenton car show set The 1st annual Florence Crittenton car show to benefit infants and young families at Florence Crittenton Services will take place Friday, Aug. 28 from 6-10pm at Pep Boys Speed Shop, 3028 E. Franklin Blvd., Gastonia. There is a $10 entry fee and the show is open to all makes and models. There will be door prizes, 50/50 raffle, 1st, 2nd, 3rd place trophies, and top 5 awards.
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From page 1 “We inspire one another,� he said of his fellow competitors. “A lot of my energy comes from things like seeing two ladies over 100-years-old throwing the javelin and a 91-year-old lady running marathons. It challenges you and there's a strong sense of camaraderie among everyone that takes part.� Hostetler says he is already looking forward to his next competition. In September and October, the 2015 state senior games event will be held at places like Raleigh and Clayton and he'll be there as well. By the way, Hostetler pays all his own travel and lodging expenses to take part in games. Getting lots of medals is one thing, but Hostetler has his eyes set on what he feels would be the crowning touch to his senior games career. “More than anything, I would some day like to be inducted into the Mt. Holly Sports Hall of Fame,� he said. “That would be nice.� Someone care to nominate him?
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Mt. Holly honors Joe DePriest after 50 years covering the news By AlanHodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com
One of our region's most prolific and talented journalists, Joe DePriest, 71, was honored last week by the City of Mt. Holly for his long career in journalism. DePriest, who retired from the Charlotte Observer on Jan. 20, 2015, was presented with a proclamation from Mayor Bryan Hough recognizing the many positive stories he had crafted about Mt. Holly over the years. “Joe is a gentleman and a friend,” Hough said. “I trust Joe.” DePriest expressed affection for Mt. Holly. “This is an honor,” he said. “I have written many stories about Mt. Holly. I hope to write more.” A native of Shelby, with roots in Cleveland County going back to the 1700s and his ancestor William DePriest who fought at the Battle of Kings Mountain, Joe was born to write. “Ever since I was a child I have enjoyed telling stories,” he said. DePriest got his start in journalism as a senior at Shelby High. “I started with the Cleveland Times in May 1962, just before I graduated in June,” he said. “My job was setting lead type for the old printing press. “They let me do a little writing on the side.” After high school, DePriest attended Gardner-Webb and went on to graduate from UNC School of Journalism in 1967. He then went to work for The Shelby Star. A job that lasted about six months before Uncle Sam came calling. “I got a draft notice,” DePriest said. Joe decided to make the best of his looming selective service and joined the Army for a three year stint as a military journalist. “The war was going on in Vietnam and they told me I would probably just have to serve in Germany if I enlisted,” DePriest said. That turned out not to be the case. “I took basic training at Fort Bragg and began writing for the 'Paraglide' there,” he said. “Then, I was sent to Vietnam from June 1968-June 1969 as a reporter for the 'MACV Observer' which was a weekly tabloid of news. I was also out in the field traveling on operations with troops such as the 4th Infantry. I saw a little bit of the country. It was an interesting
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time.” Returning from Vietnam, DePriest finished his military stint with the 197th Inf. Brig. at Fort Benning, Georgia where he worked in the public information office. The year 1970 rolled around and DePriest was back at The Star, a post he filled for 20 years covering every inch of Cleveland County. After that, he heard the Charlotte Observer was expanding its regional scope with the Gaston Observer edition and he hopped on board turning out great stories there for many years until, on January 30, 2015, DePriest decided to retire. DePriest's years at the Observer won him many friends and a heaping helping of professional respect from colleagues like Roland Wilkerson. “I started working with Joe in December of 1999 when I joined the Gaston Bureau as an editor- I'm currently the assistant features editor,” Wilkerson said. "My favorite thing about Joe was his passion for telling Veteran news journalist Joe DePriest was honored last week by the City of Mt. Holly for stories. No matter how many plates his many stories about the town and its folks. In this photo he's seen with Mayor Bryan he had spinning, he was always look- Hough being presented with the proclamation. ing down the road for the next story Photo by Alan Hodge and he was always excited about the In 1994, the Observer sent DePriest back to Vietnam for next piece he was going to write. He also had a real knack for juggling eight things at once. Read- a special section. “It was the trip of a lifetime,” he said. “I traveled 2,000 ers often don't realize that in addition to the profiles he was working on, he was handling a steady stream of police and miles all over the country.” DePriest also met a number of interesting folks during his government news. Editors are constantly flinging more work at writers, but Joe never cracked. He found a way to get it all career including “mountain man” Eustice Conway, Don Gibdone and end the day with a smile on his face. And he was son, and Earl Scruggs. He wrote a memorable obit on Arthur Smith as well. He also counts writing about Belmont Abbey first guy back in the office the next morning.” As you might imagine, during half a century scouring the and Holy Angels as two of his favorite subjects. “It's been a lot of fun,” he said of his 50-year career. “And area landscape for stories, DePriest has filed some interesting I want to thank my wife Jan for being by my side.” ones in his memory bank. But wait. Is Joe done writing forever? “I wrote a series for The Likely not. He plans to do some freelancing. Star tracing the Broad River In DePriest's case, his childhood love of stories still glows. from Buncombe County to “If I had been rich I would have done it all for free,” he the sea,” he said. “Also a series on the South Mountains.” says.
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9th annual Caravan Summer Sizzlin' Cookoff Caravan Coffee and Dessert Bar, 7 S. Main St., Belmont, will host its 9th Annual Summer Sizzlin’ Cook-Off on Friday, September 11 and Saturday, Sept. 12. Cooking begins Friday at 6pm. Judging begins Saturday at 10am. Once again, ribs, chicken, and pulled pork are on the cook-off menu. There is a new level of competition this year, with the addition of the sauce category. Contestants will fire-up their grills and smokers and cook all night on Friday. Live music will keep them entertained during the early hours of the contest. Judging will begin at 10:00 am
on Saturday. Attendees will enjoy music by a D.J. and a free public tasting that will determine the winner of the People’s Choice Award. Proceeds will benefit Catherine’s House. Entry Fees: Sauce Category - $25.00; Ribs, Chicken, and Pulled Pork Categories - $50.00; (Must enter at least 2 of these categories to qualify.) Registration Deadline: September 8, 2015. The contest application is available at Caravan Coffee and https://www.facebook.com/ CaravanSummerSizzlin.
Mt. Holly Historical Society meeting The Mt. Holly Historical Society, 131 S. Main St., will have its 5th annual meeting on Tuesday, August 25 starting at 7pm. The event will begin with a brief business meeting and will be followed by an Open House showcasing the new Military Room, Mill Room, and remodeled Barber Room. Light refreshments will be served. The public is invited to attend.
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Holy Angels of NC selected Home Grown Gaston community partner for 2015 Home Grown Gaston is NC Cooperative Extension’s annual event celebrating local foods and local causes. The event showcases delicious locally-grown foods that are prepared by chefs from local restaurants. Festival attendees also enjoy live music and have the opportunity to meet and greet the local farmers and chefs who prepared the food. This year the event will be held on September 1st from 5-8 p.m. at the Gastonia Farmers Market. Each year, a non-profit community partner is selected to help introduce new audiences to locally grown foods and Cooperative Extension programs. The event also markets and supports the non-profit partner. As this year's partner, Holy Angels will receive 100% of the event proceeds. Tickets to the event are $35 per person. For any questions about the event please contact Gaston County Cooperative Extension at 704-922-2111 or david.fogarty@gastongov.com. Tickets may be purchased in advance only at Cherub’s Café, Cherub’s Candy Bouquet, Cherub’s Market in Cramerton, Holy Angels or the website www.HomeGrownGaston.com.
Hoyle House 24th annual event planned The Hoyle Historic Homestead Board of Directors cordially invites the public to attend the 24th annual open house. The Homestead is located at 1214 Dallas-Stanley Highway, Dallas, NC. This event is free of charge to all who wish to participate. When: Saturday, September 12, 2015 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM Guided tours of the house will be available. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music of Soldiers of the Cross, who will perform gospel and bluegrass selections.
Local historical societies and genealogists will be on hand to discuss family and local history. Bring your questions, and maybe you will find an answer. Some of those attending are Broad River Genealogical Society, Gaston-Lincoln Genealogical Society, Mount Holly Historical Society, Belmont Historical Society, Lincoln County Historical Association, Cherryville History Museum, Gaston County Art and History Museum. Exhibits will be provided by Schiele Museum and Piedmont Fiber Guild. Food will be available to purchase.
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Arts at Abbey schedule set September 14, 2015 8:00 PM: Songs Without Words, Dances Without Tutus presented by members of UNCG Faculty, Carla Copeland-Burns, flute; Inara Zandmane, piano; Michael Burns, bassoon. October 5, 2015 8:00 PM: Captivated by Love and Dancing, Carolina Pro Musica, abbey artists in residence, assisted by John Pruett, baroque violin. November 2, 2015 8:00 PM: Music for violin and guitar, Jamie Laval, violin, US National Scottish Fiddle Champion; Amy Brucksch, classical guitar. December 4, 2015 8:00 PM: Holiday Concert, Abbey Chorus, instrumental ensemble and voice students. February 2, 2016 8:00 PM: Evolution of Piano Styles—classical to modern, Chicago-based Mark Valenti, piano. February 21, 2016 3:00 PM: Innovations Italian Style - Music of the 17th c., UNC Charlotte Chorale, Randy Haldeman, director. March 14, 2016 8:00 PM: Music in the Isles – with a salute to Ireland, Carolina Pro Musica, period instruments and voice. May 1, 2016 3:00 PM: Spring concert, Abbey Chorus, instrumental ensemble and voice students. Free admission. Donations gladly accepted. The schedule for the 2015-16 Belmont Abbey Abbey Basilica, 100 Belmont-Mt. Holly Rd. College, Arts at the Abbey series has been set. One of the featured ensembles will be Carolina Belmont NC 28012 (exit 26 I-85). Pro Musica (pictured).
help guests find just the right outfit for the event. Registration for Bug Ball is required by Sept. 18 and guests may register by calling 704-829-1252. Proceeds from Bug Ball benefit the Garden’s school programs. Four ticket levels are available for Bug Ball: Caterpillar (children 2 and under) for $10 per person,
Beetle for $35 per person, Ladybug (includes a gift box of live ladybugs) for $50 per person, and Venus Flytrap (includes a potted Venus flytrap and one complimentary beverage ticket) for $75 per person. For more information about this and other events, visit www.DSBG.org or call 704-829-1252.
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Arthur Eugene McLendon Charlotte- Arthur Eugene McLendon of Charlotte , died suddenly at his home, Monday August 10, 2015. He was born November 30, 1937 in Charlotte to the late Mildred and L. L. McLendon. He was also preceded in death by his beloved Son, Darren McLendon; Brothers, Charles and Sonny McLendon; and Sister Dorothy Winchester. Those left to cherish Gene’s memory include his devoted wife, Sue Penley McLendon; Son, Benny McLendon of Belmont, NC; Daughter, Rhonda Pentecost (Will) of Virginia; 4 Grandchildren; and 5 GreatGrandchildren. A service to celebrate Gene’s life was at the church he loved and was a devoted member, Pritchard Memorial Baptist Church, 1117 South Blvd. at 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 14. Family received friends at 1:00 p.m. before service. Inurnment was private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to PMBC Benevolent Fund. Condolences may be made at www.bensonfuneralservices.com. Benson Funeral Services handled the arrangements.
Aug. 3: Sheila Murphy Locklear, trespassing, 106 N. First St. Aug. 3: Saxon Christopher Snyder, poss. less than 1/2oz. marijuana, 21 Woodrow Ave. Aug. 4: Jamie Reynel Diaz, no operator license, I-85 S. Aug. 5: Travis Desmond Davis, assault by pointing gun, poss. firearm by felon, 12 Johnson St. Apt. 4. Aug. 5: Ramona Mercedes Prince, order for arrest, larceny shoplifting, 701 Hawley Ave. Aug. 5: Brandy Monique Edwards, larceny shoplifting, 701 Hawley Ave. Aug. 5: Rebecca Michele Mainess, order for arrest, 701 Hawley Ave. Aug. 5: Cortney Michell Oneal, identity theft, OFA DWLR, OFA larceny, fugitive order probation viola-
tion, 701 Hawley Ave. Aug. 5: Jerry Allen Bush II, larceny shoplifting, trespassing, 6500 Wilkinson Blvd. Aug. 6: Crystal Dawn Blanton, poss. heroin, drug violations paraphernalia equipment, poss. conceal, 6822 Wilkinson Blvd. Aug. 7: Joshua Allen Pullen, contempt of court, perjury, 114 Cedar St. Aug. 9: David Anthony Bertaux, DWI alcohol and/or drugs, open container, 311 S. Main St. Aug. 9: Tanner James Rankin, contempt of court, perjury, 6750 Wilkinson Blvd. Aug. 9: Melissa Shawn Tittle, larceny, 701 Hawley Ave. Aug. 9: Yadahni Ledonia Hunter, contempt of court, perjury, 906 Laye St. Aug. 10: Michael Bran-
don Caskey, larceny, First St. Aug. 10: Kristen Renee Caskey, Contempt of court, perjury, First St. Aug. 11, Timothy Duane Hearn, trespassing, I-85 Exit 27. Aug. 12: Michael Dean Cathey, larceny shoplifting, failure to appear for DWLR, 701 Hawley Ave. Aug. 12: Timothy Ray Hewitt, larceny shoplifting, River Loop Rd. Aug. 12: Robert Lee Duncan, larceny shoplifting, 701 Hawley Rd. Aug. 13: Russell Blaine Talbert, poss. marijuana, drug paraphernalia, poss./ conceal, 314 South St. Aug. 13: Michael Jon Peele, trespassing, 701 Hawley Ave. Aug. 14: Sarah Elizabeth Ward, contemptof court, perjury, 6822 Wilkinson Blvd. Aug. 14: Marcus Anthony
Goodson, trespassing, larceny concealment, contempt of court, perjury, 701 Hawley Ave. Aug. 14: Floyd Alden Theel Jr., larceny shoplifting, 701 Hawley Ave. Aug. 15: Ray Steven Barker, communicating threats, South Point Rd. Aug. 16: Jordan Bradley Ledford, larceny of cell phone, 2008 Castleton Ct. Apt. F. Aug. 16: Jada Elaine Harkey, larceny shoplifting, 701 Hawley Ave. Aug. 16: Natasha An Barrett, simple assault, 201 Chronicle St. Aug. 16: Dillon Lee Barrett, FTA, underage drinking, fraudulent ID, PVA 2006 Castleton Ct. Aug. 16: Julain Elia Ordonez, underage drinking, 2006 Castleton Ct.
Gaston County Police Chief Community Meeting The Police Chiefs of Gaston County have committed to holding a series of community meetings throughout the county to discuss building upon the relationship between our citizens and local police. The Belmont Police Department has organized the meeting for August which will be at Park Street Methodist Church, 120 Park Street, Belmont, August 27th, 7pm. Pastor David Hiatt will be the host. The goal of the meeting will be to provide those attending with information on a variety of topics related to current issues and trends. The
format of the discussion will be that of a town hall meeting. Each Police Chief will discuss a topic and offer an overview providing information on current police practices and policies related to the topic. Topics will include: Internal Affairs investigations and complaint procedures; Law enforcement training and community relationships; Body worn camera program implementation; Police use of force policies and procedures; Citizen review boards, personnel files, and state laws governing their release.
For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed to us. –Romans 8:18
Junior P. Turner Mt. Holly-Junior P. Turner, 78, of Mt. Holly died August 11, 2015 at the Robin Johnson House in Dallas. Mr. Turner was born in Tryon, NC on May 30, 1937 to the late Eulis and Mary Edith Turner. He was a loving family man, enjoying fishing and playing cards and was retired from the Textile Industry. Funeral services to celebrate Junior’s life were held at 2:00 PM Friday Aug. 14 at Benson Funeral Services Chapel, Mt. Holly with Rev. Wade Foster officiating. Visitation was one hour prior to the service. Interment followed in Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery in Mt. Holly. Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Shirley Dameron Turner. Children, William Turner (Angie), Rita LaFollette, Karen Bumgardner and Keith Turner (Betty). 3 sisters, 1 brother, 7 grand and 9 great grandchildren. On line condolences can be made at www.bensonfuneralservices.com Benson Funeral Services handled the arrangements.
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Busy year ahead for beauty queens By Todd Hagans Four young women have a busy year ahead of them after winning crowns at the 2016 Miss Gastonia Scholarship Pageant. The Gaston region’s newest beauty queens are Miss Gastonia Jordan Adcox, Miss Gastonia’s Outstanding Teen Ashlyn Glass, Miss Gaston County Jasmine Isaac, and Miss Gaston County’s Outstanding Teen Marissa Garrison. Over the next year, they will make public appearances, be involved in community service, and go on to compete in Raleigh at the Miss North Carolina Scholarship Pageant. Below is information about each winner: Jordan Adcox, Miss Gastonia 2016 Adcox is the 17-year-old daughter of Jeanne Adcox of Mooresboro. A senior at Chase High School, she was Miss Gastonia’s Outstanding Teen in 2014. For the talent competition, Adcox performed a jazz dance to "Shut Up and Dance." She also won
the swimsuit competition. She plans to attend Clemson University and major in prelaw. Her community service program promotes the importance of volunteerism. Ashlyn Glass, Miss Gastonia’s Outstanding Teen 2016 Glass is the 15-year-old daughter of Devon and Jennifer Glass of Mount Holly. She is a student at Stuart W. Cramer High School. For the talent competition, she sang "Defying Gravity" from the Broadway musical, "Wicked." Her community service program raises awareness about cyberbullying. Jasmine Isaac, Miss Gaston County 2016 Isaac is the 20-year-old daughter of Errol and Tonya Isaac of Fayetteville. She is a student at UNC-Charlotte where she is majoring in biology and Spanish. She won the pageant’s talent competition with her performance of “My Heart Will Go On” on the piano. Her community service program is titled "Let's Move - Raising a Healthier Generation of Chil-
dren." Marissa Garrison, Miss Gaston County’s Outstanding Teen 2016 Garrison is the 14-year-old daughter of Phillip and Barbie Garrison of Mount Holly. She is a student at Stuart W. Cramer High School. She performed a musical theater dance to "I Want the Good Times Back" to win the talent competition. Her community service program promotes the Dance Abilities Academy. Other awards were presented to Abbey Collins, who was named the first runner-up, and Mary Scott Norris, who was named the second runnerup. Makayla Wykle received the Etha Hawkins Bumgardner Congeniality Award, and Chania Thompson, a student at East Gaston High School, was the runner-up in the Outstanding Teen competition. The pageant held Saturday, July 25 at Stuart W. Cramer High School featured 14 contestants competing in inter-
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For East Gaston the future is now by John Wilson Coach Sean Joyce is excited. He has good reason to be. Based on the pre-season status of the East Gaston Warriors 2015 should be an interesting year. Last year the Warriors finished 5-7. East Gaston went from the perennial door mats of the Big South to a team that had a shot at winning every time they took the field. The Warriors were a team that was starting to believe anything was possible. The 2014 Warriors were a group that believed they could do anything if they put their minds to it. The 2014 season ended with a playoff loss to the South Point Red Raiders. Despite the loss the fire was lit. As the team left the field the players set to return knew 2015 would bring big things. “Last year we won the games we were suppose to,” Joyce said. “We won a toss up against Huss. Lost in the first round of the playoffs. But we have everyone back.” The East Gaston coaching staff has assembled a team that many consider the best squad the school has produced in almost a decade. “This is the strongest and fastest team we have had,” Joyce added. “We have depth. Guys that should start are fighting for starting spots.” Offensive Out Look Spread the Defense The Warriors will again employ their version of the spread offense. East Gaston’s offensive coordinator will be David Hayes. Coach Joyce thinks Hayes will employ a shotgun for-
mation system that is balanced and prolific. East Gaston has the ability to hit an opponent from the ground or through the air. “We should be able to pound the ball and take what the defense will give us” Joyce said. “We can also stretch the defense horizontally and vertically.” Joyce thinks that his offense is capable of big things. “We can line up in a trips formation and throw,” Joyce said. “We have the ability to score every time we snap. This team has the capability to be the best team East Gaston has ever had.” Under center will be senior quarterback Alex Adams. Adams learned on the fly last year. He showed that he has the ability to be a top tier QB. But at times he had knack for turning the ball over. Another year of experience should help settle him down. “Alex was our leading rusher and passer last year,” Joyce said. “He is a better football player. He understands what to do. He has matured as a leader.” When East Gaston wants to pound the ball they will turn to junior running back Tyler Spurling. Spurling is a player that can kill you with his legs or his hands. “Tyler was last year’s most valuable player,” Joyce said. “He is versatile. He has gotten stronger and faster.” Adams and Spurling won’t be able to do much with out the help of a capable offensive line. It looks like EG has that in a veteran laden group of players that aren’t looking for accolades. They just want to hit people. “Our line is big and athletic,” Joyce stated. “They love being nasty. They love the grunt work and they work well together.” The Warrior “O” line is led by seniors Bradley Miller, Jordan Wilson and Austin Beatty.
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When East Gaston decides they want to attack from the air they have an assortment of weapons to choose from. “We have an exciting group of wide receivers,” Joyce went on to say. “All are fast. We have the most speed on the edge we have ever had.” The receivers are led by another crew of veteran seniors. The group includes JC Abernathy, Nash Jamison, Chaz Johnson and Jacob Colvard. “Abernathy is a good receiver,” Joyce said. “He is big and fast. Nash Jamison is 6’1” and a rangy guy.” The Warriors have another threat when they put Nick Ferens in the slot. Joyce hopes that with all the talent he has on the field the opposing defense will slip up and overlook someone. “They will have to cover everyone.” Joyce smiled. Defensive Outlook Give them Different Looks East Gaston will hit opposing teams with an attacking defense that will rely on different looks. The defense is set up so that you can’t put a label on it. It is a versatile defense that is constantly changing and morphing to fit the teams needs. “Sometimes we will employ the 5-0 defense, “ Joyce said. “Sometimes it will be a 4-3. We will have multiple fronts.” The defensive front line is made up of many of the players that anchor the “O” line. Jordan Wilson, Bradley Miller, and Austin Bailey will anchor the unit. “Our D-line is big,” Joyce said. “Many play on the offensive line.” East Gaston’s linebacker corps is a group Joyce has a lot of confidence in. “Our linebackers are the best we have had in the 7 years i have been here,” Joyce said. “They are seasoned. they know what to do.” See EAST GASTON Page 3
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Meet the Warrior Coaches... East Gaston coaches left to right: Michael Porter, Dock Ragland, Head Coach Sean Joyce, Jordan Phillips, David Hayes and Neil Helms. Photo by Bill Ward
East Gaston Varsity Cheerleaders: Madison Abernathy, Jordan Crumbley, Karsyn Felton, Kendyl Felton, Ny’Asia Huntley, Bailey Johnson, Lexie Johnston, Kaylee Meek, Jerrica Mitchem, Madison Morgan, Heather Oxendine, Teryn Patterson, Sarah Stacks, Brooke Starkey, Meagan Spargo. Photo courtesy J Scott Studio
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East Gaston’s linebackers will be led by Tanner Drum, Matt Theobald and Tyler Spurling who is pulling pulling double duty on both sides of the ball. Kyle Truett rounds out the major players. The Warriors defensive back field is made up of a group of savvy vets who have speed and athletic ability. The group includes Nick Ferens, Jacob Colvard and TJ Sanders. The Warriors will have seniors on the corners and juniors manning the safety slots. “This group has the ability to play, “Joyce stated. “They can play with anyone.” Joyce plans on using his DB’s in an assortment of roles. The East Gaston defensive backfield has the ability to play zone and man to man coverage. Coach Joyce is also not beyond sending a corner after a quarterback that may think he is safe in the pocket.
On special teams the Warriors have some solid role players. On a whole the unit will emphasis speed. Ivan Serrano and Jordan Helms are going head to head to see who will be the teams top kicker. Punting duties are headed up by Nick Ferens. Coach Joyce thinks that Malik Davis is a player that could shine on special teams. He will take the field as a return specialist. For East Gaston the future is now. No one can say wait till next year. Next year is here. Joyce and company have assembled a talented group of veteran players. This group has transformed how East Gaston looks at football. The players and staff believe in Joyce’s philosophy that anything is possible if you keep pushing. For East Gaston to vie for a Big South championship they will have to do more then just believe. East Gaston will need to bring their best every game. They will need to play smart turnover free ball. If they do that they have a shot at giving the Big South 2A/3A something to worry about.
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East Gaston Varsity Football Roster 2015
East Gaston Jr Varsity Football Roster 2015
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Name
Height Weight
Position Class
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Name
Position
Class
1
Kendrick Martin
5’9”
165
RB/C
Jr
3
Malik Davis
5’9”
165
RB/S
Jr
5
Nick Ferens
6’
170
ATH
Jr
6
Jason Tittle
5’11”
175
WR/C
Sr
7
TJ Sanders
5’11”
185
S/RB/LB
Jr
9
Ivan Serrano
5’10”
170
K
Jr
10
Jacob Colvard
6’
175
WR/DB
Sr
11
Alex Adams
6’1”
190
QB
Sr
12
JC Abernethy
5’9”
165
WR/DB
Sr
14
Matt Theobald
6’
200
TE/LB
Sr
15
Drake Parnell
5’10”
160
WR/DB
Jr
18
Jordan Helms
5’9”
160
K
Jr
21
Nash Jamison
6’4”
195
WR/DB
Sr
24
CJ Slaughter
5’10”
170
WR/DB
Jr
32
Tanner Drum
6’
205
RB/LB
Sr
34
Tyler Spurling
5’11”
190
RB/LB
Sr
35
Kyle Truett
6’
190
TE/LB
Sr
40
Chaz Johnson
6’5”
215
ATH
Sr
50
Austin Beatty
6’2”
220
OL/DL
Sr
51
Kwa’Shon Adams
5’11”
250
OL/DL
Jr
2 11 12 18 22 25 34 40 41 44 50 54 55 60 62 65 68 71 72 75 77 79 80
Chris Harte Caleb Hager Hunter Robinson Preston Osborne Jackson Rutledge Jacquez Gwinn Nick Gwinn Chris Moore Brody Hilton Raequan Bailey Chris Rogers Austin Shockey Dalton Watts Cody Johnson Zach Tram Caid Hill Calvin Clark Calvin Lewis-Donaldso Hunter Kleinert Jerea Bethune Lane Bittle Charles Harper Tyler Gann
RB/LB QB/DB QB/DB WR/DB RB/LB RB/LB RB/DB RB/LB RB/LB RB/LB OL/LB OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL WR/DB
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52
Jacob Frady
5’11”
215
OL/DL
Sr
54
Jonathan Eggers
6’1”
240
OL/DL
Jr
62
Kellen Wilbanks
6’2”
280
OL/DL
So
64
Grant Roberts
5’11”
260
OL/DL
Sr
65
Bradley Miller
6’
270
OL/DL
Sr
66
Jeese Beam
6’1”
230
OL/DL
Jr
68
Jordan Wilson
6’1”
305
OL/DL
Sr
71
Houston Ballard
6’
280
OL/DL
Jr
72
Storm Fields
6’1”
200
OL/DL
Sr
75
Landon Van Dyke
6’3”
290
OL/DL
So
77
Garren Dunlap
6’3”
230
OL/DL
Jr
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East Gaston Fall Sports Schedule 8/21/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Bessemer City vs. East Gaston Location: Home 8/25/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): East Gaston vs. East Lincoln Location: East Lincoln 8/25/2015 4:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston vs. Hopewell Location: Hopewell 8/26/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): West Meck vs. East Gaston Location: Home 8/27/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Hopewell vs. East Gaston Location: Home 8/27/2015 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: Luminary Run (Ashbrook High School) Location: Ashbrook 8/27/2015 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): South Iredell vs. East Gaston Location: Home 8/28/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Kings Mountain vs. East Gaston (Endowment) Location: Home 8/31/2015 4:30 PM SOCCER (Boys): East Gaston vs. Olympic Location: Olympic 9/1/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): South Point vs. East Gaston Location: Home 9/1/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston vs. Shelby Location: Shelby 9/1/2015 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: @ Kings Mountain Location: Kings Mtn. 9/3/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): East Gaston vs. West Lincoln Location: West Lincoln 9/3/2015 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston vs. South Point Location: South Point 9/8/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ Green Meadows Location: Green Meadows 9/8/2015 4:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: @ North Gaston Location: North Gaston 9/8/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston vs. Lake Norman Charter Location: Lake Norman Charter 9/10/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): East Lincoln vs. East Gaston Location: Home 9/10/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Hunter Huss vs. East Gaston Location: Home 9/10/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Lincolnton vs. East Gaston Location: Home 9/11/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: East Gaston vs. Lincolnton Location: Lincolnton 9/14/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ Crowders Mountain Location: Crowders Mtn.
9/14/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): East Gaston vs. South Point Location: South Point 9/15/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston vs. Ashbrook Location: Ashbrook 9/16/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Mallard Creek vs. East Gaston Location: Home 9/16/2015 6:30 PM SOCCER (Boys): East Gaston vs. Lake Norman Charter Location: Lake Norman Charter 9/17/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): East Gaston vs. South Point Location: South Point 9/17/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: North Gaston vs. East Gaston Location: Home 9/17/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Cherryville vs. East Gaston Location: Home 9/18/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: East Gaston vs. Cherryville Location: Cherryville East Gaston Dance Team 9/21/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ River Run Location: River Run 9/21/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER 9/28/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Boys): Hunter Huss vs. East Gaston (Girls): @ Green Meadows Location: Home Location: Green Meadows 9/28/2015 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS 9/22/2015 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: @ Stuart W. Cramer COUNTRY: Gaston County Championship Location: Stuart Cramer @ Forestview 9/28/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): North Location: Forestview Gaston vs. East Gaston 9/22/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): East Location: Home Gaston vs. Lake Norman Charter 9/29/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): East Location: Lake Norman Charter Gaston vs. Ashbrook 9/22/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Location: Ashbrook Gaston vs. Stuart W. Cramer 9/29/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: South Location: Stuart Cramer Point vs. East Gaston 9/23/2015 4:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Location: Home Gaston vs. Mallard Creek 9/30/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): East Location: Mallard Creek Gaston vs. Stuart W. Cramer 9/23/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): East Location: Stuart Cramer Gaston vs. Ashbrook 10/1/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): North Location: Ashbrook Gaston vs. East Gaston 9/24/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): Hunter Location: Home Huss vs. East Gaston 10/1/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Lake Location: Home Norman Charter vs. East Gaston 9/24/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Location: Home Forestview vs. East Gaston 10/1/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Lake Location: Home Norman Charter vs. East Gaston 9/24/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: South Location: Home Point vs. East Gaston 10/2/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: East Location: Home Gaston vs. Lake Norman Charter 9/25/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: East Location: Lake Norman Charter Gaston vs. South Point 10/5/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF Location: Home (Girls): @ Catawba Creek Location: Catawba Creek 10/5/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): Forestview vs. East Gaston Location: Home 10/6/2015 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: @ North Gaston Location: North Gaston 10/6/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): East Gaston vs. Staurt W. Cramer Location: Stuart Cramer 10/6/2015 4:30 PM CROSS COUNTRY: @ Forestview Location: Forestview 10/6/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston vs. Hunter Huss Location: Hunter Huss 10/7/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): South Point vs. East Gaston Location: Home 10/8/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): Forestview vs. East Gaston Location: Home 10/8/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Ashbrook vs. East Gaston Location: Home 10/8/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: East Gaston vs. Hunter Huss Location: Hunter Huss 10/9/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Hunter Huss vs. East Gaston Location: Home 10/12/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ Catawba Creek Location: Catawba Creek 10/12/2015 6:30 PM SOCCER (Boys): Lake
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Mountain Island RAPTORS
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Mt. Island Charter ready for football By Alan Hodge Mt. Island Charter School near Mt. Holly will be fielding its first varsity football squad this season and will play in the 1A Southern Piedmont conference. The Raptors will be wearing royal blue, kelly green, and white uniforms when they hit the gridiron. Planned offensive formation will be a Pistol Set and the defense will be a 3-3-5 setup. Associate head coach Robert Washington had this to say about the coming season- “We are not going in to the season approaching it as a first year program. Our goals are to win a conference and state championship.” According to Washington, the Raptors have strength in their returning players. These include: Agape Love 6’1 200, RB/LB, Senior; Don-
ovan Ware 5’10 175, ATH, Senior; Jerrin Joseph 5’8 140, ATH, Junior; Carson Pledger 6’6 190, TE/DE, Junior; Najeer Elliott 5’10 165, ATH, Junior. Key newcomers include: Aapri Washington 5’10 170ATH, Junior (SouthLake Christian Transfer); Justin Pendergrass 5’9 180-RB/DB (Manchester, VA Transfer); Conner O’Donnell 6’1 170 WR (First Assembly Transfer; Eric Gallman 5’10 175-WR (SouthLake Christian Transfer). Coach Washington summarized his players: Aapri Washington is one of top ranked juniors in the country and state. Ranked the #10 Junior in the state by Rivals.com #9 in the Junior in the state by Scout.com. Currently holds 17 Division 1 scholarship offers (Mississippi State, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Boston College, Wake Forest, Syracuse, Charlotte, Old Dominion, Ohio, Toledo, Miami OH, Towson, Connecticut, Akron, Georgia Southern, West Virginia, TCU). Aapri was a 2 way starter for 2 years on back to back State Championship teams at SouthLake Christian. Justin Pendergrass led his 6A Virginia Manchester team in rushing yards, rushing average yards and touchdowns. Justin is currently being recruited by several division 1 programs. Eric Gallman currently holds a division 1 scholarship offer from Akron. Eric was 2 years starter on back to back State Championship teams at SouthLake Christian. Eric is currently being recruited heavily by multiple colleges across the country. Conner O’Donnell is currently a Virginia tech commit
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Mountain Island Charter Varsity Football Schedule 10/02/15 07:30 PM Highland Tech (Gastonia, NC) Location: Mountain Island Charter 10/09/15 07:30 PM Peculiar Generation Lions (Gastonia, NC) Game Details: Homecoming
Meet the Raptor Cheerleaders... Mountain Island Charter School Varsity Cheerleaders: Photo Courtesy J Scott Studio
08/21/15 07:30 PM @ Central Academy (Monroe, NC) Location: Central Academy 08/28/15 07:30 PM Bessemer City (Bessemer City, NC) Location: Mountain Island Charter 09/04/15 07:30 PM @ Thomas Jefferson Academy (Mooresboro, NC) Location: Thomas Jefferson Academy 09/18/15 07:30 PM Pine Lake Prep (Mooresville, NC) Location: Mountain Island Charter
Meet the Raptor Coaches... Mountain Island Charter School Coaches: Back Row: Aapri Washington, Craig Kuykendall, Jason Thomas, Greg Williams, Eric Gallman. Front Row: Ronnie Hunter Sr, Robert Washington, Ronnie Hunter Jr, Sean Terrell. Photo by Bill Ward
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Good Luck to all our Area Athletes!
Mountain Island Charter Varsity Football Roster 2015 Name Jerrin Joseph Tyrone Bookert Conner O’Donnell Eric Gallman II Justin Pendergrass Elijah Herron Agape Love Aapri Washington Bryson Howell Kyle Holcomb Javier Morel Carson Pledger Zach Sorenson Tyreal Worley Corlan Coughman Najeer Elliott Tazzon Moore Darius Phillips Michael Spivey Donovan Ware Noah Aranda Hunter Johnston Cameron Lee Jacob Cobb Adam Bui Cooper Tennant Evan Marsh Jeremy Oshields Ezra Cadiett Dominick Gibbs Bobby Blackmon Austin Moss Jacob Charles Matt Myers Hunter Nichols Bernard Partlow Brandon Kuykendall Skyrell Ellis Micah Green Jaquail Thomas Avery Covington Caleb Sipe Cooper Mitchem Devin Harvey Ean Cooke Edward Watkins Jonathan Timmons Max Sudderth Noah Schoendorf Ryan Rudd
Position WR, DB DB, WR WR, QB WR, DB, ATH TB, DB ATH RB, LB, DE ATH QB, DB QB DB, WR WR, TE, DE WR DB, WR ATH ATH, LB, DB DB, ATH RB, LB RB, LB LB, FB OL, DL OL, DL OL OL, DL OL, DL OL, DL OL, DE OL, DL OL, DL OL, DL OL, DL OL, DL OL, DL LB, OL OL, DL DL, OL OL, DL WR ATH ATH OL, DL OL, DL OL, DL DL DL, OL QB, LB
Class Sr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Fr. So. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Fr. Jr. Jr. Sr. So. Sr. So. Jr. Fr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Jr. So. Sr. Sr. So. So. So. Jr. So. Jr. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr.
Height 5-8 5-6 6-1 5-10 5-9 5-6 6-1 5-10 6-0 5-10 5-11 6-6 5-9 6-2 5-6 5-10 5-8 5-6 5-7 5-8 5-11 6-1 5-8 5-9 5-8 5-9 6-5 6-1 5-11 6-3 6-1 5-11 5-8 6-1 6-0 5-8 5-10 6-0 5-5 5-6 5-10 5-8 6-2 5-10 5-5 5-7 5-8 5-10 5-7 5-8
Weight 140 125 175 175 180 130 210 170 145 150 175 190 150 170 135 165 155 145 135 190 220 205 230 215 185 180 180 235 220 370 260 250 245 175 225 350 275 162 125 135 260 245 260 170 130 195 140 150 130 130
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South Point RED RAIDERS
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South Point has unfinished business By John Wilson Last year the 2014 Red Raiders football program went on a roller coaster ride. They started the season off slow going 1-3. Many pundits wrote them off as dead in the water. But head coach Mickey Lineberger and staff never gave up. The Red Raiders pulled it together and made a deep playoff run. They finished the season 10-5. As thrilled as Lineberger was with the turn around parts of last season are still sitting with him. “We have some unfinished business,” Lineberger said. “Our boys worked hard. We were 40 yards from beating Crest last year.” The 40 yards Lineberger mentioned is a reference to last years 13-7 play off loss to Crest. That game was a tough slug out. The Red Raiders got the ball back late in the 4th quarter. They were moving forward and got to the Crest 40 yard line when time ran out. Lineberger isn’t obsessed with the loss. But it makes good motivational fuel. “We lost 17 seniors,” Lineberger said. “But we had a good off season and a good camp.” Despite the loss of so many seniors Lineberger believes
that the Red Raiders will reload and move forward. The coaching staff at South Point will help with the process. “Our coaching is our biggest asset, “Lineberger added. “We have 350 years of experience. We will get players in position to be successful.” Another thing in South Point’s favor is a tradition of winning. The program is time honored. The players know what is expected of them. “People expect us to win” Lineberger said. Last year that expectation to win hurt South Point. During the Red Raiders slow start some took for granted the fact that South Point frequently dominates. Some players almost felt entitled to win. Lineberger and his coaches refocused the players. South Point’s returning players learned from 2014. They know that winning is not a given. Nothing is. You have to work hard every week. South Point is pushing hard to come out of the block fast. “This off season we got bigger, stronger and faster.” Lineberger said. Offensive Outlook Stay with what works Once again the Red Raiders will deploy the heralded triple option Redbone offense. The offense is designed to pound a defense with a relentless rushing attack that wears opponents down. South Point runs well. They have the tools to continue to have a top-tier running attack. South Point’s top runner is senior fullback Ryland Etherton- a tough back capable of carrying the load. “Ryland had 1,700 yards last year,” Lineberger said. “He worked hard this off season. Put on 20 pounds. We are expect-
ing good things from him.” Pulling duty in the backfield along with Etherton is an array of talented runners. Ben Washam and Nolan Wilson are a pair of wingbacks that have gained muscle and experience. Both show promise. Ometric Leaper is a fullback/wing back hybrid that is making some noise as well. At quarterback South Point will go with a player that makes things happen. Diontrea King will take the snaps for the Red Raiders. King is a player that is truly gifted. He can do a a lot with his feet and his arm. “He is pretty special,” Lineberger said. “He has a lot of tools. He is throwing the ball well. Making good decisions.” King is a solid option QB. You have to know where he is. If he keeps the ball and gets in the open field he can burn defenses with his elusiveness. “It’s like trying to catch a butterfly.” Lineberger smiled. What will be interesting to watch is to see exactly what King can do with his arm. If King can put the ball in the air effectively it will give the Red Raider offense a much needed vertical element. Backing up King will be Nolan Wilson and Scotty Lee. If King goes up top he has a serviceable group of receivers in Davis Ray, Walker Featherston and Tyler Tinker. “Ray has good hands,” Lineberger added. “He has worked hard this off season.” The South Point offense line should be solid. The Red Raiders will hit the field with some experience up front. As in every year adjustment need to be made. But so far things look good. See SOUTH POINT Page 13
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South Point Varsity Football Roster 2015 No. 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 19 20 22 23 24 25 30 32 33 34 35 40 43 44 45 50 51 54 60 61 63 64 65 66 67 70 71 72 73 74 76 77 78 79 80 82 84 86 87
Name Nathan Silver Diontre King Derrick Bowens Nick Farmer Nolan Wilson Scottie Lee Davis Ray Max Meade Matthew Robinson Ben Washam Walker Featherston JT Starr Jake Alexander Mario Brandon Ty Tinker Ryland Etherton Nick Muse Ometrick Leeper Mike Hayes Nathan Hamilton Jerme Leeper Tyler Hall Camden Hale Ethan Jackson Michael Lewis Jon Ledford Toby Stapel Sean Burns Vageli Mageras James Granson Matt Mellette Victor Hernandez Isaiah Carter John Steele Connor Owensby Larry Dowdy Jacob Justice JR Scipio Khimek Stukes Phillip Davis AJ Alverson Herman Gregory Zach Scandrett KJ Rounds Hunter Marett Alex Hoppe Thomas Lempereur
Class Junior Senior Senior Junior Senior Sophomore Senior Junior Sophomore Senior Senior Senior Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Senior Junior Junior Senior Sophomore Junior Senior Senior Sophomore Senior Senior Senior Sophomore Senior Junior Senior Sophomore Senior Senior Senior Freshman Senior Junior Freshman Sophomore Senior Senior Junior Junior Junior Senior Junior
Height 5’11” 6’0” 5’10” 5’10” 6’0” 5’11” 6’3” 6’1” 6’3” 5’11” 5’10” 6’3” 6’2” 5’10” 5’9” 6’0” 6’4” 5’11” 6’0” 6’2” 5’8” 6’1” 5’11” 5’11” 6’1” 6’3” 5’11” 6’0” 5’11” 6’0” 6’2” 6’0” 6’3” 5’11” 6’3” 6’3” 6’2” 6’2” 6’1” 6’3” 6’3” 6’2” 5’11” 6’1” 5’11” 6’4” 5’11”
Weight 160 177 158 154 180 160 170 185 190 182 152 180 175 155 160 189 220 190 195 190 168 195 184 190 218 185 188 179 195 220 235 220 235 275 210 205 215 220 280 295 275 385 158 160 190 186 170
South Point Jr Varsity Football Roster 2015 Position WB QB C C WB-QB QB SE FS DE WB SE FS S-C S WB FB LB FB-WB DE LB N OLB OLB C-TE DE LB DE LB OT OG OG OG DT N C OT OT OT-TE N N DT N SE SE DE SE K
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Class Sophomore Sophomore Freshman Freshman Sophomore Freshman Freshman Freshman Freshman Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Freshman Freshman Freshman Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Freshman Freshman Sophomore Freshman Sophomore Freshman Sophomore Freshman Freshman Freshman Freshman Sophomore Freshman Sophomore Freshman Freshman Freshman Freshman Sophomore Freshman Freshman
Height 5’8” 5’8” 5’8” 5’8” 5’11” 5’10” 5’10” 5’9” 5’9” 5’11” 5’10” 5’9” 5’9” 5’9” 5’9” 6’2” 6’2” 5’10” 5’9” 5’11” 6’0” 5’10” 6’0” 5’10” 5’11” 6’0” 5’10” 6’0” 6’0” 6’0” 6’0” 6’0” 6’1” 6’2” 6’0” 6’0” 5’10” 5’9” 5’10”
Weight 145 128 135 130 158 150 165 146 155 150 150 150 152 158 148 185 178 170 152 180 178 160 178 160 180 180 165 180 182 195 178 185 280 260 240 260 170 148 158
Position DB-WB DB-SE DB-SE DB-SE QB QB-DB FB-LB DB-SE WB-DB C-SE S-WB WB-OLB LB WB-LB DB-WB DE OLB OT OL-DL OL-DL C OL-DL LB OL-DL OG OL-DL OL-DL OL-DL OL-DL DT OG-DL DE DT DT DT-OL DT SE SE-DB K
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South Point Cheerleaders: Front row left to right: Jessica Helton, Laura Saiz, Hannah Keel, Kaleigh McDonald Co-Captain, Elle Sudderth Captain, Riley King Co-Captain, Courtney Karagias, Macy Rowland, Victoria Harris and Sadie Hannifin. Back Row Left to Right: Allie Ross, Victoria McAllister, Kimberly Svetlick, JaQuasia Brooks, Allison Parker, Olivia Devine, Kendall Thorneburg, Aurora Zimmer, Kaylee Thagard, and Catie Dorfmeister. Not Pictured: Aaron Taylor. Photo by Bill Ward
South Point Fall Sports Schedule 8/21/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: South Point vs. Crest Location: Crest 8/27/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): South Point vs. Ashbrook Location: Ashbrook 8/27/2015 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Lincolnton vs. South Point Location: Home 8/28/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: South Point vs. Lincolnton Location: Lincolnton 9/1/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): South Point vs. East Gaston Location: East Gaston 9/1/2015 4:30 PM CROSS COUNTRY: @ Stuart W. Cramer Location: Stuart Cramer 9/3/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): Forestview vs. South Point Location: Home 9/3/2015 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston vs. South Point Location: Home 9/3/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: South Point vs. Shelby Location: Shelby 9/4/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Shelby vs. South Point (Senior Night) Location: Home 9/8/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ Green Meadows Location: Green Meadows 9/8/2015 4:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: @ North Gaston Location: North Gaston
9/10/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Ashbrook vs. South Point Location: Home 9/10/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: South Point vs. Q Foundation Location: Q Foundation 9/11/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: West Charlotte vs. South Point (Recognition of Winter/Spring Academic All Conference) Location: Home 9/14/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ Crowders Mountain Location: Crowders Mtn. 9/14/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): East Gaston vs. South Point Location: Home 9/15/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: South Point vs. Forestview Location: Forestview 9/17/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): East Gaston vs. South Point Location: Home 9/17/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Crest vs. South Point Location: Home 9/21/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ River Run Location: River Run 9/21/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): Ashbrook vs. South Point Location: Home 9/22/2015 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: Gaston County Championship @ Forestview Location: Forestview
9/24/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): Ashbrook vs. South Point Location: Home 9/24/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: South Point vs. East Gaston Location: East Gaston 9/25/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: East Gaston vs. South Point Location: Home 9/28/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ Green Meadows Location: Green Meadows 9/28/2015 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: @ Stuart W. Cramer Location: Stuart Cramer 9/29/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): South Point vs. Forestview Location: Forestview 9/29/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: South Point vs. East Gaston Location: East Gaston 10/1/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Hunter Huss vs. South Point Location: Home 10/2/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: South Point vs. Hunter Huss Location: Hunter Huss 10/5/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ Catawba Creek Location: Catawba Creek See SOUTH POINT SCHEDULE Page 12
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Connor Owensby will be the center. Three year starter Matt Mellete will be the right guard. Left guard will be James Granson. “He had a concussion problem last year,” Linebrger said. “But he came back at the end of the year.” Manning the right tackle spot will be JR Scipio. Former guard Jacob justice will take over as the Red Raiders
starting left tackle. Also in the mix for line spots are Vagerli Mageras, Victor Hernandez, Ethan Jackson and Larry dowdy. Defensive Outlook The Tiger Attack The Red Raiders will be using a defense heavily influenced by the highly touted Clemson Tiger’s 4-2 defense. The base defense employs
four down lineman, two linebackers and five defense backs. Adam Hodge and Brian Andrews will work together as co-defensive coordinators. Coach Lineberger pulls no punches when he talks about using the Tiger’s system. “Clemson had the #1 defense in the nation,” Lineberger said. “We spent a lot of time talking to them.” The Red Raider version of the 4-2 is designed to fit the personnel South Point has. The base 4-2 is solid when
stacked up against the uptempo spread offenses that dominate the Big South Conference. The extra defensive back can be more versatile then a linebacker in some situations. That’s not to say that South Point won’t mix it up. If the situation warrants it Hodge and Andrews will move up a linebacker and give opposing offenses different looks and schemes. South Point has size, strength and depth on the line. They are a veteran group of players. This group
Page 13 has pushed themselves to prepare for 2015. The Red Raider’s depth up front will be a big asset. Defensive line coach Phil Tate will be able to throw a wave of fresh linemen at enemy offenses. “They have worked hard,” Lineberger said. “Put time in the weight room. They all played a lot last year. We have a strong rotation.” The defensive end slots will be played by Toby Stapel, Matt Robinson, Mike Hayes and Mike Lewis. Hunter Marett will also be
contributing. At nose tackle will be John Steele and Philip Davis. At defensive tackle will be AJ Albertson, Isiah Carter and Herman Gregory. The South Point linebackers as a group are solid. Manning the outside linebacker slot will be team MVP Tyler Hall who lead the Red Raiders in tackles last year. The inside backer spots will be help down by Nick Muse, Nathan Hamilton and Jon Ledford. “Muse moved from offensive line to linebacker,” coach Linberger said. “Ledford saw a lot of playing time last year.” The Red Raider defensive back field has what it takes to contribute to what should be a strong defensive unit. Led by all conference safety JT Star South Point DB’s should be a disruptive force. Starr has the tools and ability to get things done. After the 2015 season is over he has a bright future playing college ball. “He puts people in the right place, “Lineberger went on to say. “He is an overall leader.” Starr is set to make 2015 special. But after the season is over JT may have a bright future playing college ball. “He has some offers.” Lineberger stated. Several players are pushing for starting spots in the Red Raider backfield. Max Meade and Jake Alexander both look good this summer. Meade is a converted split end. both have shots at starting roles. Also pushing for slots are Nick Farmer, Nathan Silver, Marion Brandon and Derrick Bowens. The South Point special teams are ready to roll as well. Lineberger stresses solid special team play. Players with the knack to make plays find their way on the coverage teams. Kicking duties this year will be carried out by Thomas Lempereur and Tyler Hall. A long snapper has not been set. The competition for that spot continues The pieces are in place for South Point to have a solid season. The 2015 Red Raiders are seasoned and talented. If they start the season like they ended 2014 they will be hard to stop. “I’m excited,” Lineberger said. “The most excited I’ve been in 39 years of coaching. I’m excited because we have unfinished business.” There’s that phrase again. Unfinished business. Looks like South Point has something to prove. If they keep their heads on straight this group may just take care of business.
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Stuart Cramer STORM
Cramer pushes forward in 2015-2016 By John Wilson For Stuart Cramer’s head football coach Ben McMillan the last two years have been an uphill struggle. The Storm came on the scene as the new kid on the block. A new school and a new football team. The Storm started out with a JV program. Last year they moved up to varsity ball. For a new team trying to establish themselves in the tough Big South the task was not easy. Cramer went 2-7 in their first varsity year. “The odds were against us,” McMillan said. “We had no varsity experience.” Despite the lack of experience the Storm managed to win two games. This year Cramer will be fielding their first team that includes seniors. The Cramer seniors started from scratch. McMillan has seen his team grow in maturity and ability. “We are a lot better then we were two years ago,” McMillan added. “We have improved tremendously. It’s good to see these guys grow up.” The 2014 Storm squad played through more then just inexperience. Injuries hit them hard. “Last year was difficult,” McMillan said. “We knew it would be tough with the injuries. Everyone handled it well. We competed. We played hard.” Cramer is now ready to take on the 2015 season. McMillan and his staff are looking forward to he challenge. “Everyone worked hard this off season.” McMillan said. Offensive Outlook A Balanced Approach Coach McMillan will call the plays for Cramer’s shotgun based spread offense. They will emphasize balance. Cramer
will focus on running the ball but they hope to see their play distribution break down to 50% run to 50% pass. “We will take what they defense gives us,” McMillan added. McMillan hopes to give opposing defenses different looks and formations. Cramer will use short quick passes and hit the defense where they can. He wants to utilize his teams strengths. “We have a smart well rounded group,” McMillan said. “Some very good athletes.” Junior quarterback Noah Oxedine will lead the Cramer attack. Oxedine missed the 2014 campaign with a shoulder injury. Coach McMillan describes the junior as a gritty ball player. “He fits well in our offense,” McMillan said. The Cramer running back situation is a work in process. This year the Storm will employee a running back by committee approach. Several backs will get a shot to carry the ball at any given time. Jakeem Brand returns as Cramer’s leading rusher. “Yates Collier will contribute as well.” McMillan stated. At wide receiver and tight end the Storm will put a pair of experienced seniors on the field. Colt Davidson was Cramer’s leading wide out last year. “He is a sure handed possession receiver,” McMillan said. “He has improved a lot.” When Cramer gets close to the opponents goal line they have passing options. 6’4” tight end Scott Moore is a big target. “Moore is a red zone threat,” McMillan said. “He has good hands and long arms.” Up front the Storm has a solid group of offensive linemen led by seniors Sam Wilson and Amari Brown. Wilson is tough. Despite battling injuries last year the left guard came through for his team. “We has a constant last year, McMillan added. “He pretty much played every snap.” Brown will hold down the right tackle spot. Brown is a hard working vocal leader and team captain.
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Defensive Outlook Stop the Run Cramer’s defensive coordinator Matt Scholz will call the shots for Cramer. The Storm will deploy a read and react 4-3 defense that emphasizes stopping the run. But opponents shouldn’t get accustomed to always seeing the Cramer base defense. The Storm “D” will mix it up with multiple looks. “We will adjust to a 5 man front if needed.” McMillain said. The Storm defense will blitz. They are also opportunist ball hawks netting an average of two turnovers a game. The Cramer defensive line is an athletic group that has a lot of potential. Senior defensive end Scott Moore anchors the front four. “He is quick,” McMillan stressed. “He uses his body and hands well.” Manning the nose guard spot for Cramer is a living fire hydrant. 5’9” 225 pound sophomore is strong, quick and disruptive. His size may allow him to squeeze into an opposing offenses back field and wreck havoc. Cramer’s linebackers are an athletic group capable of covering the field. If the defensive line ties things down up front the linebackers should be free to nail opposing runners. Middle linebacker Robert Truesdale was Cramer’s second leading tackler last year. “Truesdale is a tackling machine.” McMillan said. Lining up at strong side linebacker is junior Danell Johnson. Johnson brings a lot to the table for Cramer. “He is athletic,” McMillan added. “He is freaky agile.” The Cramer defensive back field has talent. They should contribute significantly this year. Wade McLain is Cramer’s leading tackler. he will line up at strong safety for the Storm. “McLain played some linebacker,” coach McMillan said. “He is a ball hawk who is always around the ball.” Junior corner back Corey Stowe is an interesting player. He is smart and versatile capable of lining up as a slot receiver. See STUART CRAMER Page 15
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STUART CRAMER From Page 14 Coach McMillan is impressed with Stowe’s ability to understand the game. “He has a high football IQ, McMillan said. “Heck sometimes he corrects me out there.” Stowe is not big at 5’8”. But McMillan thinks his size is not a detriment. “Dynamite comes in small packages.” Cramer’s special teams are anchored by a pair of seniors. Kaleb Setzer is a hard working and steady kicker. Brandon Henderson is Cramer’s punter. “He has a strong leg,” McMillan said referring to Henderson. “He is one of the better punters.” Interest in the Storm football program is growing. fans are beginning to notice the hard work put in by their team. “Fan support has been good,” McMillan said. “More people are jumping on board.” Rivalries with other teams in the conference are also beginning to form. Historically rivalries are player and school based. But one of Cramer’s first rivalries is coach based. “We have a rivalry with Forestview,” McMillan laughed. “We are close all year. But for one week out of the year it’s a family feud.” The feud McMillan alluded to is the fact that many of the Cramer coaches came from the Forestview program. It’s too early to say how competitive Cramer will be this year. Stuart Cramer Cheerleaders: Front row L to R: Tesla Thompson and Ariel Leatherwood. Both are captains. Middle row L to R: There is no doubt that the Storm have grown. But building a win- Blair Lowery, Alexis Chico, Ramsey Carson, Mattie Lee (captain), Jennifer Piercy, Libby McLean and Megan McCulloh. Back ning program takes time. Cramer is on the right path but they still row L to R: Desera Rhames, Mallory Thomason, Maggie Frazier, Maleah Crocker, Nikki Hendrix, Ashlyn Glass and Maddy Wilson. Not Pictured: Jordan Jennings. Photo By Bill Ward have work to do. If all goes well the Storm will catch a few teams napping and snare a few more wins. 9/22/2015 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: Gaston Cramer Location: Home 10/7/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): Stuart W. Cramer vs. County Championship @ Forestview Location: Forestview Ashbrook Location: Ashbrook 9/22/2015 4:00 PM TENNIS (Girls): Stuart W. Cramer vs. 10/9/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer vs. Lake Forestview Location: Forestview 9/22/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston vs. Stuart W. Norman Charter Location: Lake Norman Charter 10/12/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ Catawba Cramer Location: Home Creek Location: Catawba Creek 9/24/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer vs. 8/21/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Cherryville vs. Stuart W. 10/15/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Stuart. W. Cramer vs. East Ashbrook Location: Ashbrook Cramer Location: Home 9/25/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Ashbrook vs. Stuart W. Cra- Gaston Location: East Gaston 8/28/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer vs. R-S 10/15/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer vs. mer (Middle School Night) Location: Home Central Location: R-S Central North Gaston Location: North Gaston 9/28/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ Green 9/1/2015 4:30 PM CROSS COUNTRY: @ Stuart W. Cramer 10/16/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: North Gaston vs. Stuart W. Meadows Location: Green Meadows Location: Home 9/28/2015 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: @ Stuart Cramer (Homecoming) Location: Home 9/2/2015 6:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): Highland School of 10/20/2015 4:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: Big South Conference W. Cramer Location: Home Technology vs. Stuart W. Cramer Location: Home Meet (Ashbrook) Location: Ashbrook 9/29/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Stuart W. Cramer vs. 9/3/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Ashbrook vs. Stuart W. 10/22/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Hunter Huss vs. Stuart W. Ashbrook Location: Ashbrook Cramer Location: Home 9/30/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): East Gaston vs. Stuart W. Cramer Location: Home 9/4/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: West Iredell vs. Stuart W. Cra- Cramer Location: Home 10/23/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer vs. Hunter mer Location: Home 10/1/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Forestview vs. Stuart W. Huss Location: Hunter Huss 9/8/2015 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF (Girls): @ Green Meadows Cramer Location: Home 10/26/2015 5:00 PM SOCCER (Boys): Stuart W. Cramer vs. Location: Green Meadows 10/1/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Forestview vs. Stuart W. East Gaston Location: East Gaston 9/8/2015 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Stuart W. Cramer vs. Cramer Location: Home 10/29/2015 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer vs. East Forestview Location: Forestview Gaston Location: East Gaston 10/2/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer vs. 9/11/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Bessemer City vs. Stuart W. Forestview (Tailgate) Location: Forestview 10/30/2015 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: East Gaston vs. Stuart W. 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Stuart Cramer Varsity Football Roster 2015
Meet the Storm Coaches... Stuart Cramer coaches Front row L to R - Tommy Bolin, Ben Bolin, Shawn Watson, Jon Putnam, Terry Radford and Ryan Ward. Back row L to R - Carey Pohlman, John Rice, Ben McMillan, Matt Scholz and Andrew Bradley. Photo by Bill Ward
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Healthy Harvest teaches kids about vegetables Healthy Harvest is a gardening and nutrition program that uses hands-on learning activities to fulfill the science and health curriculum objectives of third graders in Gaston County. The program meets once a week for 14 weeks, consisting of: A five week nutrition component and a nine week gardening component. Each class is 45 minutes long, with two to four classes in a row, depending on the school. At each participating school, there are raised beds on site that students plant and care for during the gardening classes. At the end of the season they harvest and eat the vegetables they have grown. The program is offered for the Fall (September-December) or Spring (February-May). The gardening lessons are: Soil is Alive; Planting the Garden; Composting & Recycling; Anatomy of a Seed & The Plant Life Cycle; Plant Parts; 1. How Plants Make Food: Photosynthesis; Pollination; Insects in the Garden Ecosystem; 2. Harvest Party. Gaston Cooperative Extension photo
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gists and massage therapists. Licensed professional beauticians are needed to offer gentle shampoos, haircuts, and styling to patients living at home, in long term care, and in assisted living facilities. Massage therapists are needed to provide gentle massage and therapeutic touch which can offer relief of discomfort, pain, and anxiety, as well as increase feelings of peace and comfort. These volunteers are needed in eight counties in North Carolina (Mecklenburg, Lincoln, Gaston, Cleveland, Catawba, Cabarrus, Iredell, and Union) and three counties in South Carolina (Chester, Lancaster, and York). Extensive training is offered to all HPCCR volunteers. Interested parties should complete a volunteer application online at http:// www.hpccr.org/volunteers/ volunteer-signup-form, after which they will be contacted by the HPCCR Volunteer Services department. For more information, visit hpccr.org, call 704.375.0100, or email englandc@hpccr.org.
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Tenth District U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry met for breakfast with business and community leaders from the Montcross area of eastern Gaston County at Cherub’s Cafe in Belmont on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015. Congressman McHenry spoke about recent developments in Washington and fielded questions. Montcross Area Chamber Board members attended along with the mayors of Belmont, Cramerton and Mount Holly. In this photo, Congressman McHenry is with Montcross Area Chamber Board Chair Melia Lyerly of Lyerly Agency and (from left) Belmont Mayor Charlie Martin, Cramerton Mayor Ronnie Worley and Mount Holly Mayor Bryan Hough. Behind them are Chamber Board members and community leaders who attended the breakfast. (Montcross Area Chamber photo)
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Crystal Springs Estates was designed for home buyers 55 years plus. The only community of its type in Cleveland County, Crystal Springs gives you the ability to say goodbye to stairs, Mowing the Yard and Upkeep that has taken up your Saturdays for years. Community Pond and Walking Trails with Concrete Sidewalks, Picnic Tables and Park Benches will give you places to enjoy your daily walks. Call to make your appointment to tour Crystal Springs today.
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The Community Foundation of Gaston County has named Angela Micalizzi as Financial Coordinator of the Foundation and Alison Cookson as Programs Coordinator. As Financial Coordinator, Angela will perform a variety of accounting functions that relate to the receipt of gifts, disbursement of grants, transaction recording, and reconciliation. Using her financial expertise and experience, Angela will close out each charitable fund monthly, thus allowing donors ready access online to fund balances, giving history and earnings. Micalizzi was most reMicalizzi cently an Accountant of The Carolinas HealthCare Foundation. During her time with Carolinas HealthCare she was responsible for financial statements, reconciliation, allocations of investment fees and implementation of new accounts payable module. She has worked extensively with Foundation accounting and has received her Masters of Business Administration from Queens University, along with Cookson her license as a Certified Public Accountant. As Programs Coordinator, Alison Cookson will most recognizably be associated with The Community Foundation Run, a community event held each year bringing over 5,000 citizens together to raise funds for local nonprofits. She will organize and execute the Run, occurring April 16, 2016. Alison will also lead the Next Generation Fund of the Community Foundation. The Next Generation, a giving circle made up of 20 to 40 year olds that pools resources with others in the community to put their philanthropic dreams into action. Next Generation also serves as a social group with gatherings occurring throughout the year. Cookson joined the Foundation from the Gaston Regional Chamber where she served from 1998 to 2014, most recently as Interim CEO/Senior Vice President and previously as the Director of Operations and Special Events. Alison’s vast knowledge of Gaston County and the various businesses and nonprofits is crucial to her role at the Community Foundation. For more information, visit www.cfgaston.org.
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Congressman McHenry made a special visit to CaroMont Health on August 5 to speak to employee representatives from various departments and answer questions about important federal issues. Following the meeting, the Congressman visited the new Veterans Monument on the CaroMont Regional campus that was completed and dedicated on May 22, 2015. Spearheaded by the CaroMont Veterans Council, the monument will serve as a living memorial to recognize contributions by the community and pay tribute to veterans of all wars and conflicts of the U.S. Armed Forces. Pictured: Doug Luckett, President and CEO at CaroMont Health, and Congressman Patrick McHenry CaroMont Health photo
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