Nicholas Schnittker
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Some personal news and a few thank yous
Some personal news and a few thank yous By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 23, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Well, I guess it is time for some personal news. Monday, Oct. 23, was my last day at the Wake Weekly and Restoration News Media. While my tenure as sports editor was only a short handful of months, I really enjoyed getting back into the sports world after covering some other beats at The Wilson Times directly out of college.
Week 10 football roundup from around the area
Week 10 football roundup from around the area By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 23, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Rolesville secured at least a share of the 4-A Northern Athletic Conference title with its blowout win over Wake Forest, while Heritage gave itself a shot at a share of the crown if the Huskies can take down the 8-1 Rams in the season finale.
Rams run rampant at Wake Forest
WAKE FOREST — Behind junior running back De’Von Thomas’ six touchdowns, the Rolesville football team set a new program scoring mark in its 75-27 win at Wake Forest on Friday, Oct. 21. The win secured the Rams at least a share of the 4-A Northern Athletic Conference title and the opportunity to clinch the title outright and finish conference play undefeated in their week 11 meeting with Heritage Huskies, who will be playing to claim a share of the conference title.
Local players selected for East-West game
Local players selected for East-West game By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 20, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com A trio of players from Heritage and Rolesville high schools were selected for the 2024 North Carolina Coaches Association East-West All-Star football game that will be played in December for the first time. Heritage’s wide receiver duo of Brandon Crutchfield and Tavares Carter were both named to the East roster alongside Rolesville defensive end Russell Sykes IV.
Millbrook sweeps Heritage for conference title
Millbrook sweeps Heritage for conference title By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 20, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com RALEIGH — The MIllbrook High volleyball team swept Heritage on Wednesday, Oct. 18, to claim the 4-A Northern Athletic Conference tournament title and finish conference play with an unblemished record. The Wildcats swept every conference opponent they faced this year, something they did not accomplish in 2022 on their way to the state 4-A title.
Heritage, Millbrook claim conference cross-country titles
Heritage, Millbrook claim conference cross-country titles By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 18, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Heritage High claimed its fifth straight girls conference title, while Millbrook High took home the boys crown at the 2023 4-A Northern Athletic Conference cross-country championship meet at WakeMed Soccer Complex on Monday, Oct. 16.
Rolesville beats Wake Forest in milestone win
Rolesville beats Wake Forest in milestone win By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 17, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com ROLESVILLE — The Rolesville boys soccer team beat Wake Forest 3-0 on Friday, Oct. 16, with the win marking the Rams’ first victory over the Cougars in program history. The milestone win adds another fantastic moment to the Rams’ winningest season in program history.
Week 9 football roundup from around the area
Week 9 football roundup from around the area By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 17, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Week 9 of the North Carolina high school football season included a historic rivalry win and some big scorelines. Here’s a quick rundown of the week 9 games: HERITAGE 23, WAKE FOREST 21 The Huskies picked up their first win over crosstown rival Wake Forest in the 14th meeting between the two.
History for Heritage: Huskies beat Cougars, 23-21
History for Heritage: Huskies beat Cougars, 23-21 By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 16, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com WAKE FOREST — The Heritage High football team made history Friday, Oct. 13, beating crosstown rival Wake Forest 23-21 for the first time since the school opened in 2010. As the Huskies and Cougars exchanged handshakes at midfield, the Heritage Hooligans poured onto the track and stormed the field to celebrate the win with the players.
Heritage sweeps Wake Forest to end regular season
Heritage sweeps Wake Forest to end regular season By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 13, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com WAKE FOREST — The Heritage High volleyball team swept cross-town rival Wake Forest on Thursday, Oct. 12, to end the regular season with a record of 17-4 overall and 8-2 in the 4-A Northern Athletic Conference. All three sets started back-and-forth, with the first ending 25-21, but the Huskies were able to close each out to secure the three-set win.
Millbrook sweeps NAC-VI girls tennis championships
Millbrook sweeps NAC-VI girls tennis championships By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 13, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com WAKE FOREST — Millbrook High took home both the singles and doubles titles at the 4-A Northern Athletic Conference girls tennis championship on Wednesday Oct. 11. Wildcats senior Jill Gruber claimed the singles crown, winning the all-Millbrook championship over senior Kala Price, 6-1, 6-1.
Rolesville’s Thomas ranks among top running backs in NC
Rolesville’s Thomas ranks among top running backs in NC By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 10, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Through eight weeks of the North Carolina high school football season, Rolesville junior running back De’Von Thomas ranks among the top running backs in N.C. in multiple statistics. Thomas recently eclipsed the 1,000-yard mark for the second year in a row with 1,217 yards and 17 touchdowns on the ground through seven games. As of Tuesday, Oct.
Week 8 football roundup from around the area
Week 8 football roundup from around the area By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 10, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Week 8 is in the books for the North Carolina High School football season. Rolesville and Wake Forest both picked up wins to remain perfect in 4-A Northern Athletic Conference play, while Heritage improved to 1-1.
Franklinton sweeps Knights in Big East battle
FRANKLINTON — The Franklinton volleyball team bounced back from a pair of nonconference losses with a big win at the top of the 2-A/3-A Big East Conference, sweeping second-place Northern Nash on Thursday. Earlier in the week, the 3-A Red Rams fell against 4-A Heritage and Falls Lake Academy, the latter of which is ranked as the top team in the East for 1-A with a record of 17-3. “It is a good self-esteem boost from them,” assistant coach Rachel Dickey said about bouncing back.
Rolesville cruises past Millbrook, improves to 2-0 in conference play
Rolesville cruises past Millbrook, improves to 2-0 in conference play By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 09, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com RALEIGH — The Rolesville High football teams rode a 22-point third quarter to a dominant 53-30 win at Millbrook on Friday, Oct. 6.
Franklinton sweeps Knights in top-of-conference battle
Franklinton sweeps Knights in top-of-conference battle By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 06, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com FRANKLINTON — The Franklinton volleyball team bounced back from a pair of nonconference losses with a big win at the top of the 2-A/3-A Big East Conference, sweeping second-place Northern Nash on Thursday, Oct. 6.
Heritage falls to Millbrook, 3-1
Heritage falls to Millbrook, 3-1 By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 06, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com RALEIGH — The Heritage High boys soccer team suffered its second loss of 4-A Northern Athletic Conference play on Wednesday, Oct. 4, falling 3-1 at Millbrook. The Wildcats are responsible for both of the Huskies’ conference losses this season. “Proud of the guys’ effort, proud of the guys’ buy into our plan,” head coach Matt Edwards said.
Week 7 football roundup from around the area
Week 7 football roundup from around the area By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 03, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com League play for the 4-A Northern Athletic Conference started in week 7 of the high school football season, with Rolesville and Wake Forest picking up shutout wins, while Heritage narrowly fell to Millbrook.
Rolesville opens conference play with big win at Wakefield
Rolesville opens conference play with big win at Wakefield By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 03, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com RALEIGH — The Rolesville High football team opened up 4-A Northern Athletic Conference play with a 58-0 win at Wakefield on Friday, Sept. 29. The Rams went for and recovered an onside kick on the opening kickoff, setting the tone early for a 44-point first half.
Heritage bests Wakefield in five-set rematch, completes season sweep
Heritage bests Wakefield in five-set rematch, completes season sweep By Nicholas Schnittker | on October 02, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com WAKE FOREST — The rematch between Heritage and Wakefield’s volleyball teams went the distance on Thursday, Sept. 28, with the Huskies claiming a five-set win to improve to 5-1 in conference play and 13-3 overall.
Heritage narrowly downs Wake Forest in rivalry thriller
Heritage narrowly downs Wake Forest in rivalry thriller By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 26, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com WAKE FOREST — The boys soccer rivalry matchup between Heritage and Wake Forest lived up to the billing, with the Huskies coming from behind to beat the Cougars 4-3 on Monday, Sept. 25. Rivalries are part of what makes sports, and especially high school sports, so exciting and the battle between the two Wake Forest schools is no exception.
Game ends early after football player, referee injured
FRANKLINTON — Franklinton High’s football game against Nash Central was called off in the third quarter after a Franklinton player and referee were both taken away in ambulances Thursday evening. The Red Rams running back was tackled during the third quarter and was unsteady on his feet while returning to the line of scrimmage, but stayed in and ran another play before being taken out of the game.
NAC-VI play for football starts in week 7
NAC-VI play for football starts in week 7 By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 25, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Conference play for the 4-A Northern Athletic Conference is set to start in week 7 of the North Carolina high school football season, with the bulk of the league having an open week to prepare for what is shaping up to be a tough slate of games across the board.
Franklinton football player, referee taken to hospital in ambulances
Franklinton football player, referee taken to hospital in ambulances By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 23, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com FRANKLINTON — Franklinton High’s football game against Nash Central was called off in the third quarter after a Franklinton player and referee were both taken away in ambulances Thursday evening.
FUNGO to join Old North State League
FUNGO to join Old North State League By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 21, 2023 From staff reports The Wake Forest FUNGO, a collegiate summer baseball team, is set to join the Old North State League in 2024 after going independent for the 2023 season. The FUNGO will play in the central division alongside the Clayton Clovers, Oak City Gliders, Reidsville Luckies and Sanford Spinners, some of whom the team played against in 2023.
Heritage elevates Stell to boys lacrosse head coach
Heritage High stayed in-house for its next boys lacrosse head coach, elevating former assistant and alumni Michael Stell to the top position. “We are excited to promote Michael Stell to the head coaching position,” Heritage athletic director Scott Sloan said.
Heritage hires Christian Cuba as new girls soccer head coach
Heritage hires Christian Cuba as new girls soccer head coach By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 18, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Heritage High has a new coach at the helm of its girls soccer program, with the school’s athletic department announcing the hire of Christian Cuba on Tuesday, Sept. 12.
Local teams compete in Adidas XC Challenge
Local teams compete in Adidas XC Challenge By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 18, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com A handful of local schools were among the 130 teams from across North Carolina, Florida, Ohio, Virginia, Maryland, Tennessee, Washington D.C., West Virginia , Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Delaware who gathered at WakeMed Soccer Park on Saturday, Sept. 16, for the high school portion of the 2023 Adidas XC Challenge.
Week 5 football roundup from around the area
Week 5 football roundup from around the area By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 18, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com All five local teams picked up wins in week 5 of the North Carolina high school football season, with the Heritage Huskies picking up their first win of the season in their first true home game after getting their track redone.
Wake Forest downs undefeated Leesville in double overtime
Wake Forest downs undefeated Leesville in double overtime By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 18, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com RALEIGH- — The Wake Forest High football team took down undefeated Leesville Road 34-28 on the road in double overtime to improve to 4-1 heading into the bye week. The Cougars will start 4-A Northern Athletic Conference play against Knightdale after the open week.
Heritage sweeps Rolesville to start 2-0 in conference play
Heritage sweeps Rolesville to start 2-0 in conference play By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 15, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com WAKE FOREST — After a five-set thriller against Wakefield in its 4-A Northern Athletic Conference opener, the Heritage High volleyball team swept Rolesville 3-0 to improve to 2-0 in conference play on Thursday, Sept. 14.
Patriots trounce Firebirds for second conference win
Patriots trounce Firebirds for second conference win By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 15, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com WAKE FOREST — The Franklin Academy boys soccer team picked up its second Super Six 1-A/2-A Conference win with a 6-0 drubbing of Falls Lake on Wednesday, Sept. 13.
Heritage sweeps Franklinton, gives Red Rams second loss
Heritage sweeps Franklinton, gives Red Rams second loss By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 12, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com FRANKLINTON — The Heritage High volleyball team swept Franklinton to improve to 7-2 on the season and head into 4-A Northern Athletic Conference play on a five-match winning streak on Monday, Sept. 11.
Novozymes raises $43,500 for Miracle League with golf event
Novozymes raises $43,500 for Miracle League with golf event By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 12, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com WAKE FOREST — The Miracle League of Franklin County received a big boost to its third and final phase of construction on Monday, Sept. 11, with Novozymes’ 18th annual President’s Cup raising $43,500 for the organization.
Week 4 football roundup from around the area
Week 4 football roundup from around the area By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 12, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Wakefield picked up the first win of football head coach Justin Allred’s tenure this week, while a dominant second quarter helped lift Wake Forest past Southern Durham after the Spartans took a 17-0 lead in the first quarter.
CrossFit HPC to host Oktoberfest competition
CrossFit HPC to host Oktoberfest competition By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 12, 2023 From staff reports WENDELL — CrossFit HPC will host an Oktoberfest competition Saturday, Oct. 21, at 2555 Wendell Blvd. The last day to register for the event is Oct. 7 and registration costs $220 per team of two. Interested teams can register at bit.ly/45YAMaL.
Rolesville dominates Cardinal Gibbons, 52-32
Rolesville dominates Cardinal Gibbons, 52-32 By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 11, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com ROLESVILLE — The Rolesville High football team cemented its place as one of the top teams in the East with a dominant 52-32 home win over Cardinal Gibbons on Friday, Sept. 8. The Rams improved to 3-1 with the win, with the team’s only loss coming on the road against a highly ranked Grimsley team in week 2.
Heritage Huskies draws 1-1 at undefeated Cleveland
Heritage Huskies draws 1-1 at undefeated Cleveland By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 07, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com CLAYTON — The Heritage High boys soccer team drew undefeated Cleveland 1-1 on the road Wednesday, Sept. 6. The Rams’ style of play and physicality challenged the Huskies and the game provided the team with an example of what it will face as the season goes on.
The Athletic Zone to host softball catching clinic with former ACC catcher
The Athletic Zone to host softball catching clinic with former ACC catcher By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 07, 2023 From staff reports WENDELL — The Athletic Zone in Wendell will host a softball catching clinic with former University of Virginia catcher and Maccabiah Games gold medalist Olivia Gott on Saturday, Sept. 16 at its facility in Wendell. The clinic will take place between 2:30-4 p.m. for ages 13-18 and costs $30, while ages 9-12 will go from 4:30-5:30 p.m. and costs $25.
NAC-VI volleyball looking strong heading into conference play
NAC-VI volleyball looking strong heading into conference play By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 06, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Four of the 4-A Northern Athletics Conference’s six teams boast winning records with just a handful of nonconference matches remaining and the conference slate set to begin Tuesday, Sept. 12. The Wakefield Wolverines have started the year 8-1, with their lone loss coming in the season opener against a tough Green Level team.
Wake Forest football downs Southeast Raleigh 31-6
Wake Forest football downs Southeast Raleigh 31-6 By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 05, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com The Wake Forest High football team dominated Southeast Raleigh 31-6 to earn its second win of the season on Friday, Sept. 1. The Cougars got the job down in all three phases of the game with offense, defense and special teams all coming up big in moments.
Week 3 football roundup from around the area
Week 3 football roundup from around the area By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 05, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Wake Forest, Rolesville and Franklinton were all on the winning side of routs in week 3 of the North Carolina high school football season, with the Cougars and Rams both improving to 2-1, while the Red Rams snagged their first win of the season.
Wake Sports Take: ACC catches bad case of FOMO, fumbles expansion
Wake Sports Take: ACC catches bad case of FOMO, fumbles expansion By Nicholas Schnittker | on September 05, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com The Atlantic Coast Conference didn’t need to expand, especially to the West Coast, but the conference saw every other conference slamming away at a game of collegiate Hungry Hungry Hippos and just had to get involved.
Rolesville volleyball sweeps Enloe, improves to 7-1
ROLESVILLE — While still early, the 2023 season has been a notable improvement over last year for the Rolesville High varsity volleyball team. The Rams won just three matches in 2022 and have already doubled that mark this year, with their sweep of Enloe on Wednesday, Aug. 30, moving the team to 7-1 on the season. “To witness that whole change and become the head coach and change the program to the best of my ability is really rewarding to watch and see,” first-year varsity head coach April Cooper.
Youth basketball registration begins Sept. 1 for residents, Sept. 8 for non-residents
WAKE FOREST – The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will offer Youth Basketball League registration for boys and girls ages 5-17 beginning Sept. 1, according to a news release. Registration will open for residents and non-residents based on the following schedule: September 1-7: Wake Forest residents only. September 8-21: Wake Forest residents & non-Wake Forest residents. September 22-30: Late registration, including a $15 late fee. Beginning Sept.
Heritage, Wakefield cross-country teams compete in early season races
Heritage, Wakefield cross-country teams compete in early season races By Nicholas Schnittker | on August 29, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com CARY — The Heritage and Wakefield cross-country teams competed in a 3,000-meter meet at WakeMed Soccer Park on Thursday, Aug. 24. Led by Ella White’s first-place finish, the Huskies took first place on the girls side. Heritage took second place behind Apex Friendship on the boys side.
Week 2 football roundup from around the area
Week 2 football roundup from around the area By Nicholas Schnittker | on August 29, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com Wake Forest picked up its first win of the 2023 season on Friday, while Heritage, Franklinton and Wakefield kept things close in losses. Here’s a quick rundown of the week 2 games. WAKE FOREST 31, SOUTH GARNER 21 The Cougars used a 14-point fourth quarter to grab their first win of the season over the South Garner Titans.
Franklin Academy picks up first win of 2023 season
Franklin Academy picks up first win of 2023 season By Nicholas Schnittker | on August 28, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com CARY — The Franklin Academy boys soccer team picked up its first win of the 2023 season with a 3-0 victory over Williams at the North Carolina Soccer Coaches Association Kick-Off Classic at WakeMed Soccer Park on Saturday, Aug. 26. With the win, the Patriots improved to 1-1-3 on the season.
Heritage football battles, falls to 0-2 at Cleveland
CLAYTON — The Heritage High varsity football team put up a good fight and battled to the end, but fell to 0-2 on the season with a 42-26 loss at Cleveland on Friday, Aug. 25. The game was far closer than the 16-point scoreline with the Rams getting a late pick-6 off a pass that deflected off a lineman’s helmet. “That score doesn’t really show what we can do, but Cleveland has a pretty good team,” Heritage head coach Wallace Clark said. “I think they were kind of surprised as well.
Wakefield volleyball sweeps Franklinton
Wakefield volleyball sweeps Franklinton By Nicholas Schnittker | on August 28, 2023 By Nicholas Schnittkernicholas@wakeweekly.com FRANKLINTON — The Wakefield High volleyball team took down Franklinton 3-0 on Wednesday, Aug. 23, but the Red Rams didn’t go down without a fight in their season opener. While Wednesday’s matchup was the first of the year for Franklinton, the Wolverines had already played four matches and the difference showed.
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