Weddington's outstanding senior WR Max Brimigion is now the 14th player in Union County history to reach 2,000 career receiving yards. Brimigion joined the 2K club after catching three passes for 99 yards in the 49-0 win over Parkwood. Max now has 97 career catches for 2,083 yards and 23 touchdowns. As a junior Brimigion led Union County in receiving with 1,366 yards and 16 touchdowns on 60 receptions. Congrats Max!
Max Brimigion (W)
Weddington's Brimigion moving up the list
Ian Hutter (MR)
Mav's Hutter joins Union Co. record book
Marvin Ridge sophomore WR Ian Hutter finished the 38-0 win over Cuthbertson with eight receptions for 208 yards and 1 TD. His 208 receiving yards puts Ian 15th all-time in the Union Co. record book. The Mavericks school record for receiving yards in a game is held by Devin Powel. Powell had 237 yards against Concord in 2016. The Union Co. record is held by Piedmont's Dan Brooks with 288 receiving yards set in 2002 vs. Ashbrook. The future looks bright for Mr. Hutter. Congrats Ian!
Kendirck McLaurin (FH)
Forest Hills' McLaurin joins 300-yard club
Forest Hill Yellow Jacket Kendrick McLaurin joined the 300 yard club in thier 55-48 loss to West Stanly. McLaurin carried the ball 29 times for 309 yards and four touchdowns. His 309 rushing yards puts him at #9 allt-time in Union Co for rushing yards in a game. Sun Valley's Albert Funderburk set the Union Co. recofd with 456 yards vs. Piedmont in 2014. The Forest Hills single game record is 317 rushing yards held by Jamie Taylor vs. Parkwood 2001. McLaurin has rushied for 849 yards this season. Congrats Kendrick!
Sam Howell (SV)
Sun Valley's Howell continues to amaze!
Sun Valley's Sam Howell tied his personal best with 6 TD passes in the 53-7 win over Parkwood. Howell has thrown six TDs in a game 3 previous times in his Sun Valley career. Howell threw six TDs vs. Monore in 2017 and twice in 2016 vs. Forest Hills & Anson Co. The Union Co. record is held by Marvin Ridge's Austin Colonna, who threw seven TD passes vs. Concord in 2016. Congrats Sam!
Davis Walker (CU)
Cuthberton's Walker adds his name to the Union Co. record book--again!
Cavaliers senior QB Davis Walker added his name to the Union Co. record book by throwing 5 touchdowns for the second time this season. This time it was in a 38-11 win over Parkwood. Walker was 19-of-30 for 325 and 5 TDs for the Cavaliers. Walker connected with Jayden Jennings for 3 TDs and Dylan Tierney for 2 Tds. Earlier this season Walker threw 5 TDs in a 51-44 loss to Anson Co. The Union Co. record is held by Marvin Ridge's Austin Colonna, who threw seven TD passes vs. Concord in 2016. Congrats Davis!
Sean Brown (MR)
Marvin Ridge's Sean Brown adds his name to the Union Co. record book
Marvin Ridge's Sean Brown finished the 28-18 win over Ardrey kell with six receptions for 214 yards and 2 TDs. His 214 receiving yards puts Brown 11th all-time in the Union Co. record book tied with Piedmont's Dan Brooks and Sun Valley's Ray Ray Davis. The Mavericks school record for receiving yards in a game is 237 and is held by Devin Powell. The Union Co. record is held by Piedmont's Dan Brooks with 288 receiving yards set in 2002 vs. Ashbrook. Congrats Sean!
Trevor Grant (CU)
Cuthberton's Grant enters Union Co. record book, AGAIN!
For the second week in a row Cuthbertson’s Trevor Grant added his name into the Union Co. record book. This time Grant had 14 receptions in the 27-19 loss to JM Robinson. Grant recorded 16 receptions in the 56-35 loss to Porter Ridge in week one. Grant's 14 reception game ranks 3rd in Union County history. Porter Ridge’s Jamonta Pettiway owns the Union Co. record with 17 receptions in a loss to Concord in 2008. Congrats Trevor!!
Trevord Grant (CU)
Cuthberton's Grant enters Union Co. record book
Cuthbertson’s Trevor Grant 16 receptions in the 56-35 loss to Porter Ridge is good enough for 2nd place in Union County history and a Cuthbertson record. Grant’s 16 receptions broke the Cavaliers record set by Wingate All-American BJ Muckelvene. Muckelvene had 13 receptions in a win over Parkwood in 2014. Porter Ridge’s Jamonta Pettiway owns the Union Co. record with 17 receptions in a loss to Concord in 2008. Congrats Trevor!!
Jaylen Coleman (PR)
Pirates' Coleman newest member of the 300 club
Porter Ridge’s outstanding tailback Jaylen Coleman entered the Union Co. record book for rushing yards in a game after posting 349 yards in the 56-35 win over Cuthbertson. Coleman's 349 yards sits 3rd all time just ahead of Parkwood's Tre' Butler, who ran for 344 vs. Buford in 2015. Sun Valley’s Albert Funderburke holds the Union Co. record with 456 yards in a win over Piedmont in 2014. Coleman is the 8th player to rush for 300+ yards in a game. Congrats Jaylen!!
Cameron Maddox and family (SV)
Sun Valley's Maddox is Harvard bound!
Sun Valley senior Cameron Maddox is headed to Harvard! Maddox announced his commitment via twitter, “First, I want to thank my coaches, teammates, and family for being with me through this process. But I'm excited to announce that I'll be continuing my academic and athletic career at the best school in the world, Harvard University!! #bleedCR1MS9N #TheBrotherhood #camoneymaddox”.
Maddox was named 2nd team All-UCHSF as a junior after posting 73 tackles (31 solo), five interceptions and blocked two punts. As a sophomore was All-UCHSF and All-SCC after 31 Tackles, 5 Interceptions, 1 Sack, 1 Defensive TD. Cameron has been named a UCHF -Defensive Player of the Year candidate for 2018. Congrats Cameron!
Jaylen Coleman (PR)
Porter Ridge's Coleman headed to Duke!
Porter Ridge’s outstanding tailback Jaylen Coleman announced he has committed to Duke to continue his education and football career. Coleman announced this via his twitter account, “First and foremost, I would like to thank God for all of the blessings that he has bestowed upon me. Secondly, I would like to thank my mom, dad, sister and all other family members for helping me get to this point. Thank you to all of my coaches, teammates, and teachers for helping me achieve excellence on and off the field. I truly appreciate each and everyone of you. Thank you to all the coaches that recruited me. At this time, I would like to announce that I am 100% committed to continuing my academic and athletic career at DUKE UNIVERSITY. #DUKEGANT19”.
Coleman finished 3rd in Union Co. in rushing yards with 1287 yards and 15 TDs. Coleman, as a junior was named 2nd team All-UCHSF and ALL SW4A. Coleman was UnionCountyHighSchoolFootball.com's Player of the Week for Week 12. Congrats Jaylen!!!
Andy Capone (W)
Weddington names Capone Head coach!!
The Weddington Warriors have named their offensive coordinator Andy Capone as their new head football coach. didnt waste much time in nameing their head football coach. Former Warrior head coach Tim Carson announced in December he was stepping down effective January 31, 2018.
Weddington announced the move with a press release, "Andy Capone has been a part of the Weddington High School staff as a physical education teacher and assistant football and baseball coach for the past five years, most recently serving as the team’s offensive coordinator for the 2017 season. A Sun Valley High School and Appalachian State graduate, Andy has had a highly successful five years at Weddington." Weddington Athletic Director Michael Hart said, "Coach Capone exemplifies what it means to be a dedicated teacher and coach and is committed to the success of his student-athletes on and off of the field. Coach Capone holds a true passion for football and will continue to build strong relationships with his players and the community. We are excited for him to begin his new role and wish him the very best as he begins his journey." Capone was part of a Weddington coaching staff that secured several conference championships and has made appearances in two state championships, winning the 3AA State Title in 2016.
Capone was a standout football and baseball player at Sun Valley. Capone, played QB at Sun Valley threw for 2406 yards and 34 TDs as a senior leading Sun Valley to a 9-3 record and the state playoffs. Congrats Coach!
Tim Carson (W)
Weddington's Tim Carson set to retire in 2018
Tim Carson announced today that he will retire from his position as a Physical Education teacher and the head varsity football coach at Weddington High School, effective January 31, 2018. Carson has coached football in the Union County Public Schools for over twenty-five years, seven of which have been at Weddington High School. During his tenure at Weddington, Carson has secured several conference championships and has made appearances in two state championships, winning the 3AA State Title in 2016. Carson finished his seven years at Weddington with a 85-14 record and the 2016 State Championship! Congrats Coach!