Sep
26
2024
By North State Journal Staff
Union Pines gets milestone win

Union Pines gets milestone win

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Union Pines is having its most successful season in recent years, while North Moore is struggling more than it has in the past few campaigns. After a week off, Pinecrest will rejoin the football fray this week. Union Pines The Vikings bounced back from their first loss of the year in week four to get back on the winning track Friday night. Union Pines pulled out a 7-6 win in a defensive struggle at home against Lee County. The win was a milestone one or the Vikings. Union Pines has played Lee County every year since 2013 and had never…
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Sep
23
2024
By North State Journal Staff
Athlete of the Week: Harley Moyer

Athlete of the Week: Harley Moyer

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Harley Moyer is a senior defensive back on the Union Pines football team. The Vikings are 4-1, and the defense is a big reason why. Union Pines shut out their first three opponents this season and held Lee County to just 6 points, their fewest in nine seasons. Moyer tied for the team high in tackles against Lee, with nine, including eight solo stops. He also recovered a fumble in the 7-6 victory. For the year, Moyer has four interceptions, which leads the Sandhills Conference and is third best in North Carolina Division 3A. He’s also recovered two fumbles and…
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Sep
04
2024
By Asheebo Rojas
Union Pines grabs seven interceptions in 35-0 win over Northwood

Union Pines grabs seven interceptions in 35-0 win over Northwood

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CAMERON — Union Pines (2-0, 0-0) put on a defensive masterclass in its 35-0 win over the Chargers (0-2, 0-0) Friday. The Vikings intercepted the Chargers seven times thanks to different looks and constant pressure from its defensive line and a solid display of ball skills in the secondary. The seven picks are tied for the second-most interceptions in a game in North Carolina High School Athletic Association history. “It’s more of the defensive line for pressuring the quarterback and making him throw it up,” senior defensive back Harley Moyer said. “TJ (Robinson) and Elijah (Clayton), they are so good…
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Aug
31
2024
By Cory Lavalette
Athlete of the Week: Caleb Milton

Athlete of the Week: Caleb Milton

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Union Pines football senior Caleb Milton is Athlete of the Week. The Vikings beat Triton 42-0 to open the season, and Milton played both ways, contributing on offense and defense. Milton only had seven carries for Union Pines, but four of them reached the end zone as he made the most of his 32 rushing yards. On defense, he returned an interception 38 yards for a fifth touchdown and also recovered a fumble. Not to neglect special teams, Milton also returned a kick 45 yards.
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Jun
14
2024
By North State Journal Staff
Athlete of the Week: Janie Spicer

Athlete of the Week: Janie Spicer

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Janie Spicer is a senior for the Union Pines’ girls’ lacrosse team and a previous Athlete of the Week winner after helping lead the Vikings to an undefeated season and their first-ever state championship. Spicer won the Most Valuable Player award in the title game, as well as the NCHSAA Sportsmanship Award. The accolades keep coming. Spicer was just awarded one of the NCHSAA’s Heart of a Champion awards for the 2023-24 school year, which recognizes athletes who exemplify outstanding citizenship and sportsmanship on the field and in their community. Spicer will continue her athletic career at Winthrop, where she…
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May
24
2024
By North State Journal Staff
Athlete of the Week: Janie Spicer

Athlete of the Week: Janie Spicer

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Janie Spicer is a senior for the Union Pines’ girls’ lacrosse team. The Vikings won their first-ever state title and wrapped up an undefeated season. Spicer led the way winning NCHSAA Most Valuable Player honors after scoring three goals, with four assists, in the championship game. She also took the NCHSAA Sportsmanship Award. For the season, Spicer led Union Pines in shots on goal and was second in goals and assists. She also led the squad in ground balls and was second in turnovers forced. ‌
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May
24
2024
By North State Journal Staff
Union Pines takes state girls’ lacrosse title

Union Pines takes state girls’ lacrosse title

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Spring sports wrapped up with a first-ever school title for Union Pines girls’ lacrosse. Here’s a look at the playoff roundup. Girls’ lacrosse Union Pines won the first girls’ lacrosse state title in school history, finishing off a perfect 18-0 season. The Vikings had their biggest scare of the season in the state semifinals, trailing Croatan at the half before rallying for a 14-13 win. Ellie Powell had six goals and Janie Spicer five in the comeback victory. Union Pines then blew out Bishop McGuinness, 20-6, to win the 1A/2A/3A title. Powell had another six goals and Spicer three. The…
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Feb
03
2022
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By Moore County Staff
Union Pines advances to state wrestling championship

Union Pines advances to state wrestling championship

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PINEHURST — After capturing their 15th straight conference championship in varsity wrestling last week. The Union Pines Vikings set their sights on another trophy as the state dual team tournament started this week. After all three Moore County schools reached the state tournament, the Vikings are the only remaining team after they advanced to the 3-A state championship match with a win over Orange Wednesday night. Union Pines was the host team and #1 seed. Union Pines reached the championship with first and second round wins over Harnett Central and Westover. The top-seeded Vikings continued to host Wednesday and defeated…
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