Posted on 26 May 2016 by Neil Mehta.
Two Nash Central seniors were recently honored on Tuesday, May 24th for showcasing excellence in the areas of academics, athletics and community involvement. These two seniors are definitely deserving of this honor, and they have represented Nash Central extremely well during their Bulldog careers.
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Posted on 06 April 2016 by Neil Mehta.
Recently, two Nash Central seniors, Jennifer Jackson and Josh Mullins, claimed All-Area Player of Year honors, and this definitely proves that Nash Central is home to immense talent.
Jackson earned the honor for her excellence in the pool and this is her fourth-straight All-Area Girls’ Swimmer of the Year accolade, which is certainly something to be exceptionally proud of. Since the beginning of her high school career, the Gardner-Webb signee has undeniably been the most talented and successful competitor in the Big East conference, and she competed very well in 3A state competitions. Also, Jackson has broken several Nash Central and Big East records, and she will go down in Nash Central history as one of the most skilled and accomplished athletes to compete for the Bulldogs.
Additionally, Nash Central senior guard Josh Mullins also earned All-Area Boys’ Basketball Player of the Year honors. Mullins averaged 23.6 PPG and 5.4 RPG for the Bulldogs this season while helping Nash Central conclude Big East play with a shared first-place finish. The Nash Central senior is currently undecided as to where he will continue his playing career at the collegiate level, but Mullins will unquestionably serve to be an asset to any school he chooses to attend.
In short, Jennifer Jackson and Josh Mullins are both two exceptional talents, and they have represented Nash Central in a tremendous fashion through not only their athletic success but through their academic achievements as well.
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Posted on 30 January 2016 by Neil Mehta.
Nash Central senior Josh Mullins, who is arguably the most talented player in the extremely competitive Big East conference, was recently honored with the NCHSSA Performance of Week award for the week of 1/18/16-1/24/16, which is sponsored by Timer Warner Cable Sports Channel with Jersey Mike’s Clubs.
Mullins is certainly well-deserving of this accolade as he was instrumental in Nash Central’s decisive 84-76 win over rival Northern Nash last week. The 6’1 senior guard, who was Co-MVP of the Nash County Holiday Tournament, scored almost half of Nash Central’s points with 39 points. Also, Mullins grabbed six rebounds, dished out four assists, and recorded three assists.
Along with this achievement, Mullins has been first-rate from the start of the season. He has scored above 20 points in 10 games this season, including a 31-point performance against Southwest Edgecombe on January 6th and a 44-point showing against Smithfield-Selma on December 11th. Additionally, Mullins has been the driving force behind Nash Cental’s 3-2 start in Big East play this season.
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Posted on 15 January 2016 by Neil Mehta.
At this time of the year, the typical dilemma for the average high school student is to find a date for prom, so when Nash Central junior Jacob Richardson needed help figuring out what he should do for his promposal, he was undoubtedly exceedingly fortunate to have the support of his entire swim team.
Richardson presented his predicament to his teammates after a swim meet last week, and, when he did so, he was definitely privy to be given top-notch advice. Particularly, senior swimming captain Cal Lewis was exceptionally instrumental in this drawing board process as he suggested the idea of writing “Prom?” on a piece of paper, laminating it and then holding it under water while his prospective date swims the 500 at the next swim meet.
Despite this, there was one key factor that would hinder this from happening, which would, of course, be the NCHSAA guidelines. In light of this, Richardson was determined and he certainly wouldn’t let an NCHSAA rule prevent him from carrying out his promposal, and with the encouragement of Nash Central head coach Kyle Bain, Richardson was able to follow through with his original plan.
Being the team-oriented coach he genuinely is, Bain was in full support of Richardson’s idea, and he had the perfect plan on how to properly execute it. During practice, Bain had his team compete in a very convincing mock 500, and while sophomore swimmer Sarah Lamm most probably thought this would be a daunting task at first, by the end of the mock race, she was undeniably all smiles.
Thankfully, Richardson was able to successfully fulfill what he set out to accomplish; however, it clearly wouldn’t have been possible without the encouragement of his teammates, and, most notably, his coach, and this surely exemplifies how close-knit and united Nash Central’s swimming team truly is.
In respect to this storybook ending, Cal Lewis, who as previously mentioned played an integral role in the brainstorming process of this plan, says, “I call it romance in the pool”. Besides this particular romantic gesture, head coach Kyle Bain has been known to have a particular soft spot in his heart for romance in the past as Lewis says, ” It was no surprise that Bain was on board since he was so excited when I asked fellow swimmer Linzi Long last year.” On the other hand, Richardson also expressed his satisfaction after his triumphant maneuver as he says, “My coach and my captain are both experts at swimming and romance.” Richardson also evinced his adulation for his coach, saying “Coach Bain gets my vote for Coach of the Year after today.”
When it’s all said and done, Nash Central swimmer Jacob Richardson was unquestionably blessed to have had the opportunity to carry out his remarkably unique promposal as it reflects the family-like bond that the Nash Central swimmers hold and he is now unequivocally looking forward to taking his fellow swimmer, Sarah Lamm, to prom this spring.
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Posted on 13 January 2016 by Neil Mehta.
After the 2016-2017 athletic season is concluded, the Nash Central Bulldogs will be departing from the Big East conference to join a new conference in the 2A classification for the 2017-2018 athletic season. The name of the new conference has not yet been decided and will be unveiled at a later date.
While the Bulldogs will no longer be a member of the Big East conference, Nash Central will still keep a formidable relationship with the current Big East member schools. This will be possible since the Bulldogs are hoping to schedule non-conference games with the current Big East schools, which are Northern Nash High School, Rocky Mount High School, Southern Nash High School, Hunt High School, and Fike High School. Over the years, the Bulldogs have developed a deep-rooted bond with these schools, and, despite the new alignment, this link will surely stay intact for the years to come.
As for Nash Central, the Bulldogs will be competing in a newly-formed 2A conference, which will consist of other schools in Eastern North Carolina. Schools such as Beddingfield High School (Wilson, NC), Bunn High School (Louisburg, NC), North Johnston (Kenly, NC), North Pitt (Bethel, NC), and Southwest Edgecombe (Pinetops, NC) will be joining the new conference with Nash Central.
Nash Central has already developed ties with a majority of these prospective schools, and the Bulldogs have competed against Southwest Edgecombe, Beddingfield, and Bunn on a regular basis during non-conference play. In addition, Nash Central’s football program faced all of the prospective schools with the exception of North Pitt during non-conference play in the 2015 season.
All in all, while Nash Central won’t be a Big East member school after the 2016-2017 athletic season, the association it shares with the rest of Big East will definitely not fade, and the Bulldogs should look forward to a new beginning next fall as they will be given a fresh start.
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Posted on 27 December 2015 by Neil Mehta.
Come August 1st, 2016, prospective recruits to NCAA programs will have to meet heightened NCAA eligibility standards.
For one, as opposed to the minimum 2.0 GPA currently required, the new benchmark in terms of GPA will be increased to 2.3. In addition, prospective recruits will have to have completed 16 core classes in order to be eligible, and this consists of four English credits, three math credits, two natural/physical science credits, one extra math, English or science credit, and four years of additional courses from any area above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy. Also, prospects must have 10 of the 16 core classes completed before senior year, with seven of 10 being in English, math, and science.
These changes are all a part of the effort to maintain the rigorous standards upheld by the NCAA, and they will certainly serve as a positive light in the recruiting process.
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Posted on 07 December 2015 by Neil Mehta.
Nash Central High School has a long and storied tradition of sending its finest athletes on to play at the collegiate level, and three particular former Bulldogs have represented Nash Central well during the fall season at Louisburg College.
Abigail Ross, who graduated from Nash Central in 2014, was an All-Area goal keeper during her senior season with the Bulldogs, and she has continued to have success at the next level as well. In the net, Ross has helped Louisburg College allow just 1.28 goals per game in 2015. With the exceptional defensive play of Ross, the Louisburg College Hurricanes were able to achieve an 11-6 record with a 10-4 conference mark this fall. Essentially, Ross has certainly accomplished much at Louisburg College, and she is a shinning example of the type of the caliber of talent that Nash Central has been able to produce in the recent years.
Brian Williams, who is a sophomore at Louisburg College, also had tremendous success this fall season. The 2014 Nash Central graduate, who was an All-Area selection while at Nash Central High School, has been a key member of Louisburg College’s men’s cross country team, and he registered some of his fastest times this fall. Williams will look to continue to improve and build off of this success as he will also run track for Louisburg College this upcoming spring.
Natalie Manning, who earned All-Area honors with the Bulldogs during her senior track & field season, has also been a top runner for Louisburg College. In her freshman season, Manning had an amazing spring track season, and she was the #1 finisher at last year’s national championship, where she ran the metric mile in just four minutes and fifty-eight minutes. This fall, Manning helped lead the Louisburg College Hurricanes to a great showing in the NJCAA Division I National Championships on Saturday, November 14th, where the Hurricanes finished 18th overall. With the fall season over, Manning will now look forward to having an excellent track season this spring.
All in all, Nash Central High School certainly boasts a bevy of athletic talent, and Nash Central has unquestionably been a hot bed of talent for Louisburg College.
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Posted on 02 December 2015 by Neil Mehta.
One of Nash Central’s finest teachers was honored on Monday, November 30th. School was just back in session after the Thanksgiving holiday when Nash Central social studies teacher and head varsity basketball coach Renny Taylor was surprised and honored by the Ken Wilson, who is the chairman of Halifax Resolves chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, with History Teacher of the Year honors. Due to this accomplish, Taylor received a certificate, a check for $150, and the opportunity to compete at the state level competition.
When asked about his feelings regarding this accomplishment, Taylor said, “It’s an honor. I was speechless, which was unusual for me, and anytime you accomplish something of this magnitude, it’s really something to be proud of”. Taylor was definitely thrown off guard by this award, saying that, “When Mrs. Powers came hollering and screaming, I really didn’t know what was going on. I have no idea what happening. It was a complete surprise”. Essentially, Taylor was definitely appreciative and well-deserving of this honor, and his work with his students will certainly pay dividends for them in the future.
While, Taylor is one Nash Central’s most highly-regarded teachers, he is also the head varsity basketball coach for the Bulldogs, and Taylor certainly has positive vibes regarding the 2015-2016 season. While the Bulldogs did lose their opener on the road in a close 64-58 battle against Corinth Holders on Tuesday, November 24th, Taylor still “feels good about the season”. Tayor says that, “It’s one of those things where we’ll get better as the season goes on. We’re pressing more this season, and I feel that we’ll get better as time goes on. We lost our opener but we did a good job pressing, and the guys just have to get more comfortable with it, and know what they’re comfortable with doing”. Particularly, Taylor said that “Keshaun Peoples and Elijah Cole have shown signs of comfort with pressing”. Taylor also believes that Peoples and Cole have a great ability to anticipate the press. In regards to his goals for the season, Taylor was very optimistic, saying that, “Of course, every coach goes into the season wanting to win the conference, and that’s at the forefront”. Taylor also said that, “You have to be realistic, but if we play play hard, it’s put us in a good place, and I feel that if we get effort out of our guys we’ll get better as the season goes on. All in all, it’s definitely clear that Taylor feels that there is much potential to be exerted out of his team and that if this potential is unleashed, much success can be achieved.
In summary, Renny Taylor plays many roles at Nash Central, and whether it’s in the classroom or on the basketball court, he definitely cares and wants what’s best for his students and players, and this is clearly something to commend and respect.
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Posted on 25 November 2015 by Neil Mehta.
During the holiday season, it’s an absolute priority to think of and help those who are less fortunate than us. It’s simply our responsibility to give to those in need during these tough times, and Nash Central’s FCA has done an exceptional job in doing so.
Nash Central’s FCA has raised thirty boxes for Operation Christmas Child, which is an organization that provides assistance to families and children of need.
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Posted on 20 November 2015 by Neil Mehta.
Nash Central High School and Northern Nash High School are participating in the inaugural Sandy Frazler State Farm Cup competition for the 2015-2016 athletic season.
This contest will involve Bulldog and Knight varsity athletic teams, and points will be awarded for head-to-head victories. Each win will be awarded one point while a tie will be awarded half a point. After the completion of the spring athletic season, the winner of the contest will be decided in May 2016. The winner of the award will be recognized during the varsity football game between Nash Central and Northern Nash in the fall of 2016. This is an annual event, and it will only spice up the already fierce rivalry between Nash Central and Northern Nash.
After the completion of the fall athletic season a few weeks ago, Northern Nash holds a slight lead over Nash Central in the point count. The Knights have earned 5.5 points while Nash Central has garnered 3.5 points. Lady Bulldogs girls tennis ended the season with a 2-0 lead over the Lady Knights while the Lady Bulldogs volleyball team tied 1-1 with the Lady Knights volleyball team. On the other hand, Nash Central football fell behind 0-2 and Nash Central soccer came up short .5 to 1.5. Boys and girls cross country also fell behind 0-1 to Northern Nash.
However, the Bulldogs are still definitely in the running, and Nash Central will look to have a tremendous winter and spring athletic season to take the lead and emerge victorious.
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