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Amanda Robertson takes a picture next to herself on a wall at the Duke Hall of Fame.
Robertson looking to take next step in life
Since obtaining her masters in Exercise Physiology from UNC-Chapel Hill in May, Amanda Robertson has been on the job hunt. “Entering the job hunt is an interesting challenge in these times,” … more
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Justin Bettendorf is stepping down from his role as head boys basketball coach at Roxboro Community School. After 11 years in coaching, Bettendorf will be the school's next middle school athletic director.
Bettendorf to take new role at RCS
After 11 years with Roxboro Community School basketball, Justin Bettendorf is moving on. Bettendorf will be taking over for Pete Tuck as the school’s new middle school athletic director … more
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Antonio Williams looks downfield during a 2015 playoff game at Durham Hillside. Williams died in a car wreck in Durham Tuesday, June 16.
Former Rockets QB dies in Tuesday car crash
A somber atmosphere is floating through the Roxboro sports community. On Tuesday, former Rockets quarterback Antonio Williams, a member of Person High School’s Class of 2016, died in a car … more
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An ode to baseball
Baseball is America’s past-time. Though I have only been on this earth since 1997, I know baseball started long before then. Baseball is the first sport I ever played. I started playing … more
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Cars line the infield at Orange County Speedway on Friday, June 12. OCS holds its season opener – without fans – on Saturday, June 13.
Orange County Speedway prepares for first race
Racers spent time on Friday afternoon at Orange County Speedway preparing for Saturday’s race.“(Today) is a chance to get back in the car, get a feel for it,” said driver Jason … more
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From left to right – India Burton, Melissa Carver, Jaliyah Smith, Payton Walker, and Hayleigh Taylor all pose for a photo. Fabulous Feet offers a wide variety of dance classes, from ballet to tap.
Dancing combines best of art and athleticism
Dance is not your typical sport, but ask any dancer and they’ll tell you it’s as challenging as anything with a ball.“I think it’s a sport,” said Fabulous Feet Dance … more
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Lamont Chappell poses for a picture at Mark Lunsford's retirement party.
Former Rocket star now promoting MMA
Former Person High football star LaMont Chappell has found his niche as a successful businessman.Chappell, who set multiple records for the Person High School football team in the 90’s – … more
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Cars ram into the wall at Orange County Speedway. Though it will be without fans, Orange County Speedway starts its 2020 season on Saturday, June 13.
Orange County Speedway starting 2020 season
“Drivers, start your engines.”Those are the exact words that racers hope to hear at Orange County Speedway on Saturday – the inaugural race of OCS’ 2020 … more
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Jensen
Sports make their long-awaited return
And just like that, sports are back.Well, sports are not quite back to the way things were in March. But, they are coming back here in Roxboro, and that creates plenty of excitement – … more
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Lynn Ward decides his next move before the Person-RCS game on March 6.
Ward is a coaching jack-of-all-trades
As athletics has changed over the years at Person High School, Lynn Ward has not.Ward, in only his second year coaching Lady Rocket soccer, and third with Person girls’ golf, started out with … more
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Bulldogs guard Ryan Eubanks sets up a play in Roxboro Community School's Jan. 10 game at Voyager Academy. Eubanks returns next year as one of three seniors.
Eubanks carries undeniable toughness factor
Ryan Eubanks is the true definition of “grit and grind.”Eubanks, who will be one of three seniors – along with Franklin Bell and Jacob Bobbitt – on the Roxboro Community … more
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Amanda Ramirez has built a strong foundation at Person High School, where she began as a player on the team's 2006 state championship team and now coaches the squad.
Ramirez journeys from player to coach
Amanda Ramirez has a crystal clear memory of her playing days at Person High School.Ramirez, now the head coach of Rocket volleyball, won a state championship in 2006 – her senior season … more
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