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South Charlotte Sports Report
“HOMETOWN TEAMS ... HOMETOWN KIDS”
Volume 12, Issue 15 www.southcharlottesports.com @SCSportsReport February 15, 2018 - FREE
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A GREAT RIDE FOR CHARLOTTE CHRISTIAN’S TERRELLE BROWN
It’s never easy to play for your father in high school, for anything in the world.”
yet Charlotte Christian School’s Terrelle Brown has Terrelle has worked very hard to establish a positive
found a path to success and battled through all the reputation at Charlotte Christian. When asked how he
tough challenges. The son of Shonn and Allycia hopes his classmates will remember him, Terrelle says,
Brown has excelled on both the hardwood where his “I want to be remembered as a servant leader in the
father serves as his head coach and on the football eyes of all ages and someone who exhibited incredible
field for Coach Jason Estep. sportsmanship on the court and field.”
Terrelle has built quite the athletic resume while Terrelle has also put in the effort to be a successful
at Charlotte Christian. He once scored four touch- student. He is an A/B level student and very active in
downs in a football game and he has been a member school functions.
of two state championship teams. In basketball he “I started the largest club at our school, The Spike
has helped to build the Knight’s into a solid contender Ball Club with 90+ members. I serve as the Head Pre-
for a state championship. Terrelle helps his team with fect and I am in the Upper School Orchestra Ensem-
his defense and by scoring in transition. The Knights ble.”
have played many big games the last couple of seasons With graduation just three plus months away, Ter-
and Terrelle says his favorite one was when the team relle is making one of his biggest decisions ever. Where
beat Greensboro Day last year. to attend college?
Terrelle and his father Shonn have built a very spe- “I am deciding between playing football and bas-
cial relationship on and off the court. ketball at Wheaton College in Illinois or going to play
“I’ve been blessed to have an amazing relationship basketball at Gordon College in Boston.
with my father and there has never really been serious Regardless of what he chooses, we have no doubt
tension in our player-coach relationship. I’ve learned that Terrelle will find continued success. The South
a lot about my dad since he has coached at Charlotte Charlotte Sports Report salutes Terrelle for his dedica-
Christian for 18 years and we learned a lot about each tion to being the best he can be and for always work-
other over the years talking about various teams and ing hard to reach his goals. Good luck in the future,
players he coached. I would not trade this experience Terrelle.
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The Shoeless Enterprises
Park Sharon Athletic Association Celtics Leadership Award
The Park Sharon Athletic Association Celtics Basketball Team has been
named the Sonny’s BBQ Team of the Week. The Celtics have enjoyed their
season playing for Coach Ed Walton. The team will enter into the playoffs Sherise Jones
with hopes of a strong finish to the season. Carmel Christian School senior bas-
ketball player Sherise Jones has been
Congratulations to the Park Sharon Athletic Association Celtics Basketball named the winner of the Shoeless
Team for being named the Sonny’s BBQ Team of the Week. Enterprises Leadership Award. The
17 year old daughter of Clarence and
Sherri Jones serves as a team leader
for the Cougars while playing the
power forward position. Sherise
was an All-Conference performer last
season and she takes great pride in
her ability to rebound and score on
put-back shots.
Sherise says the best part of her game
is, “my ability to help change the
atmosphere and energy of my team.”
As a member of the Lady Team Charlotte Basketball Organization Sherise
won two championships back to back this summer. She has enjoyed
competing year round on the court and recorded many outstanding
memories to last a lifetime.
Sherise is planning to exit the basketball court following graduation and
attend North Carolina A & T University. Congratulations to Sherise Jones
for being selected as the winner of the Shoeless Enterprises Leadership
Award.
Front Row: (L-R) Josiah Perez-Wright, Brady Thompson, Owen Miller,
Sam Hucko, Garrett Haston
Back Row: (L-R) Coach Ed Walton, Adam Barnes, Tommy Turk,
Ethan Blount
To nominate your team for the
Sonny’s BBQ Team of the Week,
please email TrippRoakes@gmail.com
Sonny’s BBQ
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Volume 12, Issue 16 Page
BEYOND THE GAME WITH MATTHEW HELMS
Marvin Ridge High School senior Matthew Helms is set to with Alan Tyson and his team at several times per week
serve as one of the top pitchers for the Mavericks Baseball made the rehab process go as well as possible.”
season this spring. After an arm surgery two years ago, the
son of Steven and Laura Helms has fought back to once What are your goals for the baseball season?
again be a dominant pitcher. Let’s go Beyond The Game to “Our first goal for this season is to win the Southern
learn more about Matthew. Carolina Conference championship. We’ve got a lot
of great players and team in our conference. As with
What are your top three athletic accomplishments? every year, our goals include playing deep into the state
“Winning the 3A State Championships in 2015 and 2016. playoffs and giving ourselves a chance to compete for
Playing in the North Carolina State Games last summer another state championship.”
and coming back after missing my sophomore year to
pitch for Marvin Ridge last year.” How well do you perform in the classroom?
“I have a 4.56 grade point average and I am in the Na-
Talk about overcoming your injury and all you tional Honor Society and the Interact Club.”
went through.
“The Surgery was on September 30, 2015. The rehabilita- What is next for you following graduation?
tion process was a long process. After surgery, Alan “After graduation, I’m going to college. I plan to major
Tyson (Architech Sports), started me out with 2 short- in business/risk management, but I haven’t decided
term goals within 4 weeks after surgery. The biggest part which school I’ll be at tending in the fall.”
of coming back was being patient and doing the rehab
work….stretching, exercises, etc. in order to rebuild my Are you heavily involved in any community ser-
strength. I was allowed to begin throwing on February 1, vice events?
2016…..10-15 throws from a distance of 45 feet. Then the “I’ve been involved with the Take On Sports program
throwing progression started…3-4 times per week…. We at WCWAA for the past 5 years. The program provide
were able to increase the distance and reps overtime and sports opportunities for kids with physical or mental
then I was able to play during the summer of 2016 as I continued to do the challenges. I’ve been a Big Buddy in baseball, bowling, basketball, football
rehab work. In the fall of 2016, I was finally able to pitch in a game. It was a over the last 5 years. It’s been a lot of fun to help these kids get to participate
long process, but I was really fortunate to be able to have Dr. Fleischli and in these sports.”
the staff at OrthoCarolina performing my surgery. And after that, working
END OF SEASON YOUTH
BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS OPEN NOW
The 17th Annual South Charlotte All Star Tournament will be held February 24-February 25 here in
South Charlotte. The following weekend will offer the 12th Annual South Charlotte Sports Report
Shootout. These fun-filled youth basketball tournaments have become a tradition for many teams
across the community.
The event is open to all teams of all ages from 8U-High School and for boys and girls. Games
are played at gyms across the South Charlotte community with a two game minimum guarantee.
Teams will battle their way through a bracket leading to the crowning of a champion in each divi-
sion.
With veteran tournament directors, we will work with each team to provide a clear game path
around any major time conflicts teams may have that weekend.
In addition to exciting games, the tournaments will also offer:
• Champion Photos published in the South Charlotte Sports Report
• Half Court Shot Contests
• Social Media Coverage
To enter into the event, please visit www.SouthCharlotteSportsCamps.com
Please direct questions to Tripp@southcharlottesports.com
Page Volume 12, Issue 16
Q SHACK
COACH OF THE WEEK
Coach Troy Elkins
Jay M. Robinson Middle School Girls
Basketball Coach Troy Elkins has
been named the Q Shack Coach of the
Week. Coach Elkins has led the Char-
gers Basketball Team for many years
and enjoys working with each team.
The teams have had great success over
the years and many players have gone Marvin Ridge High School Student Athletes sign NCAA National
on to play college basketball after Letters of Intent
playing at Jay M. Robinson.
(L-R) Caleb Deveaux, Cole Hopkins, Myles Hunt, Hunter Orloff, Devin Powell,
Congratulations to Coach Troy Elkins Ian White, Lauren Seibold, Luke Wolaver
for being named he Q Shack Coach of
the Week.
To nominate your coach for this award, please visit
The Q Shack or email Tripp@southcharlottesports.com
Located in The Providence Promenade
10822 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
www.qshackclt.com
704-542-5959
The Park Sharon 10U Cavaliers Basketball Team
Front Row: (L-R) Quinn Roberts, Jeremiah McNeil, Brendan O’Keeffe,
Lawson Copeland, Clifton Gorelick
Back Row: (L-R) Brendan O’Connell, Kevin Kinsey Drakeford, David
Haney, Coach Michael O’Keeffe
Volume 12, Issue 16 Page
Breakout Star of the Week
“Honoring Student-Athletes Preparing For Future Success”
A.J. Cook
Weddington Middle School eighth grader A.J. Cook has been named the Karsey Glass Breakout Star of
the Week. The son of Ryun and Andrea Cook is a shooting guard for the Wildcats Basketball Team. He
also plays with the Carolina Attack Travel Basketball Team. AJ is a sharpshooter, once hitting five three
point shots in a row in elementary school. He trains very hard to be the very best player he can be. He
recently captured the Accelerate Basketball Shooting Contest at the South
Charlotte Sports Report Middle School Basketball Showcase.
Inside the classroom, AJ has recorded all A’s to date and is a member of the
Weddington Middle School Beta Club. His favorite subject is Math. Congratu-
lations to AJ Cook for being named the Karsey Glass Breakout Star of the
Week.
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The Park Sharon Warriors 12U Basketball Team “Little League baseball is a very good thing because
it keeps the parents off the streets.” — Yogi Berra
Front Row: (L-R) Case Gibbs, Anderson Skelton, Braden Andress,
Alex Ison
Back Row: (L-R)
Boyce Pressly, Tyler Green, Mason Child, Curt
Ison (Coach) Good Sport of the Week
Nick Scibelli
Charlotte Catholic High School senior
basketball player Nick Scibelli has
been named the P. Saylor Fence / Mecklenburg Area
Catholic Schools Good Sport of the Week. The 18 year
old son of Frank and Leslee Scibelli serves as a team
captain for the Cougars. Nick is playing his third year
of varsity basketball and will continue his education
and basketball next year at Macalester College in St.
Paul, MN.
After breaking his foot last spring Nick worked extremely hard to return
to the court so he would have a chance to be recruited to college. His
return was a success and he made the college commitment last fall.
Nick hopes to help the Cougars to a successful run in the 3A State Play-
offs. His team will rely on their desire to play for each other and place the
team before any individual according to Nick.
Inside the classroom, Nick is a strong student and a member of the Na-
tional Honor Society and Spanish National Honor Society. He enjoys
Economics and Math classes at Charlotte Catholic. Congratulations to
The Park Sharon 12U Cavaliers Basketball Team Nick Scibelli for being named the P. Saylor Fence / Mecklenburg Area
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Union County Student-Athlete of the Week
Powered by Huntington Learning Center
Weddington / Wesley Chapel / Waxhaw
Subject Tutoring, K-12, and ACT and SAT Exam Prep
Tate Johnson
Metrolina Christian Academy junior basketball player Tate Johnson has been named the Union County Student Athlete of
the Week, Powered by Huntington Learning Center. The six foot, two inch guard is the son of Charlie and Joey Johnson and
he has played basketball his entire life. Now as a 17 year old player, he is excelling on the court and inside the classroom for
Metrolina Christian.
Tate is an All-Conference player in basketball and also runs track and cross country at a high level for his school. He was an
All-State cross country runner last year and last spring was a conference champion in the 400M, 800M and 4x400M relay.
On the basketball court, Tate finally got to experience dunking in a game earlier this season after many dunks in practice. His
teammates loved the excitement of seeing Tate’s first dunk. While the dunks are fun, Tate puts most of his effort into improv-
ing all other areas of play as he hopes to earn a college scholarship to play basketball.
The college coaches are going to love his academic resume as Tate carries a 4.85 grade point average. He is a member of
the National Honor Society and also serves as Treasurer of the Astronomy Club. Congratulations to Tate Johnson for being
named the Union County Student Athlete of the Week, Powered by Huntington Learning Center.
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Page Volume 12, Issue 16
BEYOND THE GAME WITH MAGGIE YOUNG
Marvin Ridge High School junior player What will your role be on the 2018 Marvin Ridge Volleyball Team?
Maggie Young has verbally committed to “I hope to be a major contributor on the team both physically and emotion-
attend Wingate University next season ally, Volleyball is such a mental game and I hope that I can help us stay men-
where she will continue her education and tally strong this season. It’s important to me to be a part of a team that plays
volleyball career. The All-Conference with a passion to win no matter who the opponent, which makes everyone
middle blocker for the Mavericks is the push each other to get to the best they can be. If I can help our team stay ener-
daughter of Jason and Shannon Young. getic, positive, and hard-working I believe there is nothing we can’t do.”
Let’s go Beyond The Game to learn more
about Maggie. How well do you perform in the classroom?
“I have kept straight A’s in the duration of my high school career. I am in Beta
What are your top three athletic Club, Special Olympics Part-
accomplishments? ners Club, I also participated
“Verbally committing to play collegiate in FBLA where I won 3rd place
volleyball at Wingate University, being an at the regional level for public
All-Conference player and being nomi- speaking.”
nated by my teammates for the Teammate
Award.” Are you heavily involved
in any community service
What are your favorite memories playing sports? events?
“Beating Cox Mill, the former state champions, is one of my favorite memo- “I try to stay as active as pos-
ries, not only because of the amazing support from the parents and the sible in giving back to my com-
student section, but because our team looked unstoppable. To have defeated munity, Special Olympics gives
them was one of the biggest battles I’ve ever pushed through. We suffered me a great opportunity to do so.
through injuries and tough plays, yet the overwhelming feeling of determina- I also love volunteering to coach
tion allowed us to outwork cox mill and play some of the best Volleyball we younger volleyball players to
had ever played.” help them reach their full goals.”
The Community Hero Award is open for Sponsorship.
Please help us to recognize those that are giving back to the community.
Community Hero Award
Hannah Faulkenberry
Charlotte Christian School senior softball player Hannah Faulkenberry has been named the South Charlotte Sports
Report Community Hero of the Week. The daughter of Chuck and Lauren Faulkenberry batted .535 last year for the
Knights. As an infielder, Hannah recorded a fielding percentage of .988 and earned the MVP Award for Charlotte
Christian.
Hannah committed to attend UNC-Chapel Hill for softball in the ninth grade and in November she signed her NCAA
National Letter of Intent.
Hannah is a stellar student in the classroom with a 4.612 grade point average. She is a member of the National Honor
Society. Hannah plans on majoring in either biology or chemistry at UNC and hopes to eventually make it to medical
school to fulfill her dreams of becoming a doctor.
Along with her athletic and academic success, Hannah enjoys serving in her community. She volunteered as an assistant
coach for a 12u travel softball team, Team NC Hinde. She also serves multiple hours at the Thompson Child and Fam-
ily Focus Center. Hannah organizes gift donations and helps put together necessities for families in the South Charlotte
area who are in need.
To nominate your team or a student-athlete for their service to the community, please email TrippRoakes@gmail.com
Volume 12, Issue 16 Page
STUDENT-ATHLETES OF THE WEEK
Efosa U-Edosomwan Rebecca Mastrangelo
Charlotte Christian junior basketball player Efosa U-Edo- Marvin Ridge High School sophomore tennis player Re-
somwan has been named the Architech Sports and Physical becca Mastrangelo has been named the Architech Sports
Therapy Student Athlete of the Week. Efosa is a key part of and Physical Therapy Student Athlete of the Week. The 16
Charlotte Christian School’s success this season. The son of year old daughter of Daniel and Linda Jo Mastrangelo is
Fidelis and Margaret Edosomwan stands six feet two inches ranked number 33 in the state tennis rankings for the class
tall and plays the guard position for the Knights of 2020. She was undefeated in both singles and doubles
in conference matches her freshman year.
Efosa says his top memories with the Charlotte Christian
team are; “beating Greensboro Day last year, beating Provi- Rebecca is working hard to one day be able to play college
dence Day this year and winning a conference champion- tennis and she would love the chance to play for the Uni-
ship.” Efosa has helped his team with taking advantage of versity of California at Berkeley, Florida or Delaware.
each opportunity and providing defense and rebounds.
Inside the classroom Rebecca is a strong student with a
Efosa is a successful student in the classroom and strives to 4.375 grade point average and she is a member of the Beta
do his best. He is also active in helping out in the commu- Club, With the Beta Club Rebecca enjoys working many
nity. Efosa spends time with kids in need at CLT Dream Center and he is also active different community service events. Congratulations to Rebecca Mastrangelo for be-
in the Redeemed Christian Church of God. Following completion of his education, ing named the Architech Sports and Physical Therapy Student Athlete of the Week.
Efosa hopes to become a medical doctor and help others. Congratulations to Efosa
U-Edosomwan for being named the Architech Sports and Physical Therapy Student
Athlete of the Week.
ARCHITECH SPORTS AND PHYSICAL THERAPY
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Indian Trail Office: 1001 Van Buren Avenue Suite 3 | Indian Trail, NC 28079 | Ph. 704-628-6053
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BASEBALL
Registration is open
Baseball evaluations will be held on
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For registration and additional information visit
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Boating Without Owning -
“THE LEAGUE OF CHAMPIONS” It’s About TIME!
Rising Star Award
Zoe Claytor
Charlotte Latin School sophomore Zoe Claytor
has been named the Carefree Boat Club Rising
Star of the Week. The daughter of Justin and
Karla Claytor plays point guard for the Hawks.
She is also a member of the Charlotte Latin
Lacrosse Team.
Zoe’s favorite sports memories have been;
beating Providence Day last year to win the
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playing in the State Championship game as a
ninth grader on the Varsity Lacrosse Team and beating Durham
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11th ANNUAL HOT STOVE LEAGUE WINNERS ANNOUNCED
In front of a sold-out crowd of nearly 800 guests, many of the top baseball and softball players in the Greater Charlotte area were
honored at the 11th Annual Greater Charlotte Hot Stove League Awards. The annual event, operated by Tripp Roakes, owner of the
South Charlotte Sports Report, was once again held at the Oasis Shriners Temple, a magnificent facility located near UNC-Charlotte,
The Greater Charlotte Hot Stove League Award finalists and winners are chosen by a selection committee of 11 members. Commit-
tee members represent each county in the Greater Charlotte community. Voters include; coaches, umpires, observers, media mem-
bers and others that have a vast history and knowledge of both baseball and softball in the area. Past award winners include Major
League Baseball players Richie Shaffer and Corey Seager, along with dozens of current professional players and college stars.
Each Hot Stove League winner received a special award bat designed and built by Cooperstown Dreams Park. All finalists were
recognized on stage and participated in an autograph session at the event.
The Greater Charlotte Hot Stove League places athletics, academics and character as very important components in the selection process. We strongly
believe 100% in the Student-Athlete concept and the building of well-balanced student-athletes. Many awards are restricted to high school seniors only.
Each finalist recognized tonight should be considered as a winner. They have risen to the top of their chosen sport and displayed the work ethic needed to
become the very best they can possibly be. Many will go on to college and professional playing careers while others will become the leaders of tomorrow with
outstanding academic resumes. With the leadership many have shown to date in the classroom and on the field, we have no doubt that these same student-ath-
letes will help to make our community and world a better place.
Congratulations to all finalists, coaches and teams that were part of the special evening.
Cam Brantley Zack Budzik Laura Hay Patrick Alvarez Trey Tujetsch
11th ANNUAL GREATER CHARLOTTE HOT STOVE LEAGUE AWARD WINNERS
Youth Softball Player of the Year 2019 & 2020 Rising Star Awards Carolina Travel Sports 11 & Under Team of the Year
Riley Hatch, West Stanly Patrick Alvarez, Myers Park High School (2019) Team 24 Gamecocks, Ashley
Trey Tujetsch, Ardrey Kell High School (2019)
Youth Baseball Player of the Year Preston Hall, Stuart Cramer High School (2020) Carolina Travel Sports 12 & Older Team of the Year
Philip Abner, Covenant Day School Team 24 Gamecocks, Brown
Brandon Hudson, Cuthbertson High School High School Softball Pitcher of the Year
Caroline Ruth, Parkwood High School Carolina Travel Sports Coach of the Year
Softball “Gamer” of the Year Jeff Jerman, Team Carolina Baseball
Sam Matsil, Porter Ridge High School High School Baseball Pitcher of the Year
Jonathan Perez, Lake Norman High School Baseball & Softball Youth Teams of the Year
Charlotte Knights Baseball “Gamer” of the Year (Softball) Louisville Slugger Team NC – Hinde 12U
Lane Hoover, Lincolnton High School Softball Scholar-Athlete of the Year (Baseball) Charlotte Christian School Middle School Team
Carson Warlick, West Lincoln High School (Baseball) Marvin Ridge Middle School JV Team
High School Baseball Catcher of The Year
Tyler McPeak, North Lincoln High School Baseball Scholar-Athlete of the Year High School Softball Player of the Year
Anthony Palma, Lake Norman High School Dakota Christie, Hickory Ridge High School
Lou Presutti Award
Coach Bruce Bolick Softball Leadership Award High School Baseball Player of the Year
Laura Hay, Providence High School Cam Brantley, Ardrey Kell High School
Adam Faulk Tanksley Spirit of the Game Award
Matthew Helms, Marvin Ridge High School Baseball Leadership Award
Zack Budzik, Sun Valley High SchoolPage 12 Volume 12, Issue 16
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