Elizabeth City State athletics will host a #SagerStrong Day on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019 as both the men’s and women’s basketball teams will play Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association North Division rival Virginia State.

GOLDSBORO — The Northeastern wrestling team finished in 10th place at the Rosewood Eagle Invitational Saturday at Rosewood High School.

The Elizabeth City State women's basketball team defeated Virginia University of Lynchburg 72-45 Saturday afternoon at the R.L. Vaughan Center.

BARCO — The Currituck wrestling team won a tri-match at Currituck County High School Monday evening.

Currituck defeated Northeastern 45-30 and Manteo 58-12.

Michael Culpepper (145 pounds), Trent Walker (160 pounds) and Mark Dutton (170 pounds) won two matches for the Knights.

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The Mid-Atlantic Christian men's basketball team defeated Regent University (Va.) 73-68 Tuesday evening at Chesson Gym.

MURFREESBORO — Former Perquimans and Camden high school athletes were recognized for their academic achievements at Chowan University’s Honors College Student Association annual awards dinner.

The Northeastern football team defeated Southwest Onslow 47-36 Friday night in the North Carolina High School Athletic Association Class 2A East Regional final at Northeastern High School.

Jataevion Sawyer scored a team-high 16 points with five steals and three assists as the Pasquotank boys basketball team defeated Gates 50-42 Thursday night at Pasquotank County High School.

There has been increased attention around the Northeastern High School football program the past week.