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A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas Sparkles for Another Week
The official state playhouse’s 17th annual holiday variety show helps close 2023 in grand style.
Tennis Lady Cats Five-peat, Pacing Fall Squads
Two state titles and a few deep playoff drives highlight local high school teams, while WNC’s football rushing leader has an impressive individual feat.
West Reigns as WNC’s All-Around Athletic Best in 3A
West Henderson rates as the most prolific 3A school in the mountains and third statewide in 2022-23 in terms of its various teams advancing far in state playoffs, while Owen was seventh best among all 2A schools.
ACR Alum Rico Dowdle Scores TD on Thanksgiving
Former A.C. Reynolds rushing superstar Rico Dowdle is emerging on “America’s Team,” the Dallas Cowboys, while Asheville’s Eku Leota now plays for the home state Charlotte Panthers.
Blues Repeat as State Champs; Falcons Bow Out
West Henderson’s best-ever football season ended with a loss at Hickory in round four on Friday, but there is a local state gridiron champion in the Asheville School Blues.
Enka, Owen Soccer Seasons End in State Semifinals
Both Enka in 3A and reigning 2A state champion Owen won four playoff matches before falling in regional finals last week.
Best Ever: Unbeaten Falcons Win 13th, Three Rounds
West Henderson won last Friday to set varsity football program records with its 13th victory, 13th in a row, and by winning three playoff rounds.
Soccer Warhorses, Jets on Warpath
Owen Warhorses strive to repeat as state 2A soccer champions this week, while Erwin Warriors try to upset the 3A top seed.
Rockets, Falcons Advance in Football Playoffs
Local powers West Henderson and A.C. Reynolds won again in NCHSAA 3A football playoffs, and are each a win away from squaring off in round four.
TCR and ACR Win Football Playoff Openers
T.C. Roberson and A.C. Reynolds won their football playoff openers at home, while Asheville and Erwin lost.