Today's Volleyball matches against Red Springs High School have been canceled. We will let you know if the match is rescheduled.

The Fighting Bucks junior varsity football is now 2-0 on the season with a solid victory over the South View Tigers at Raz Autry Stadium. 

We would like to congratulate Senior softball player Kalea Parker for her recent signing to play softball for Methodist University. 

Tremell Middlebrooks has been named the new Girls' Basketball Coach at Hoke County High School. Middlebrooks brings with him an impressive resume’ in 15 seasons of coaching, an appearance

Due to an unforeseen emergency the volleyball match scheduled for today at Westover High School has been canceled. 

Parents,  I hope you enjoyed your summer vacation.  Fall sports season will begin in less than a week. Fall sports are Girl's Golf, Cheerleading, Girl's Tennis, Cross Country, Vol

  Hoke County High School is proud to announce Female Athlete of the Year - Sachiko Mathews and its Male Athlete of the Year - Joey Castaneda.

William Leak represented Hoke County competing in the long, triple, and high jumps last Friday in the 4A NCHSAA Track & Field Championships. He placed 4th in the long, 6th in the high jump and he

Hoke County Men's Golf had two participants in the NCHSAA Men's 4A State Golf Championship. Robert Reedy and Jordan Palmer played in the two day event held at Pinehurst #9. In a field of

A special congratulations is in order for William Leak, he qualified for the state championship in all three of his events: Long, Triple, and High jumps along with setting the 4A Mideast Regional Cham

The HighSchoolOT All-State Girls Wrestling Team for 2024 was announced and Hoke County placed a wrestler on the first team. 1st team: Kierra Rush, Hoke County (sophomore) — (30-10); 2nd place Ru

Adrianna Miller and Owen Autry pitched their way onto the 2024 Slugfest All-Tournament Teams with solid pitching throughout the tournament.

Chayna Locklear sent the game into extra innings with a two-out bottom of the 7th inning game-tying two-run Home Run then Brianna Harrell brought home the victory with a hit into right-center plating

Senior Salah Sutton recorded his 1000th point in his varsity career leading the Bucks with 17 points in a 77-33 victory over Lee County in the opening round of the conference tournament.

William Leak took 1t in the Long Jump and 4th in the Triple Jump at the NCHSAA 4A Indoor Track Championships in Winston-Salem. His performance also qualified him for the national championships later t

Hailey Cabell took 2nd place in the conference bowling tournament earning All-Conference honors. Cabell anchored the Lady Bucks as they placed 2nd in the team competition and advanced to the state cha

The Lady Bucks won the Mideast Regional Team Championship and will send seven wrestlers to the state championships in Greensboro in two weeks. 

Kierra Rush Pins her way to the Most Outstanding Wrestler Award for the Girls Duals State Championships helping the Lady Bucks win the state title.

The Lady Bucks Wrestling¨Team of Destiny" defeated Jack Britt 45-21 and Swain County 45-24 to take home the inaugural North Carolina Wrestling Coaches Association Girls Dual Team Invitational

The Lady Bucks Trampled on all three opponents; Croatan 64-0, undefeated Laney 48-21, and Lumberton 45-24 to claim the NCHSAA Girls Wrestling East Regional Championship.

The Fighting Bucks dominated #6 Millbrook 60-15 and #3 Pinecrest 58-22 on their way to the 3rd round of the wrestling state dual team championships. The team will compete next Wednesday for the region

Seniors Mimi Mathews, Nahareem Colon, Asiah Watts, and Sachi Mathews took their last regular season laps in the pool for Hoke County High School.

Fighting Bucks' Junior Wrestler Jaylen Bethea reached 100 varsity victories as he remained undefeated on the season as the Bucks head to the conference tournament this weekend.

Jaylen Sturdivant led the Fighting Bucks with 23 points in an 82-55 victory over Union Pines. In the 3rd period, Sturdivant surpassed 1000 points in his varsity career. Congratulations Jaylen.&nb

Senior CJ Griffin set a new standard for wrestling at Hoke County High School by breaking the school record an recording 151st victory over the weekend breaking the record set by Bailey Cooper. Congra

Salah Sutton earns Tournament MVP Honors and is joined on All-Tournament Team by Jaylen Studivant and Branden Graham.

The Fighting Bucks overwhelmed the Triton High School Hawks to win the Yellow Jacket Christmas Classic 60-44.

Noelia Hipolito and Azya Monroe helped lead the Lady Bucks to the team title while also winning individual titles at the Mrk Adams Holiday Tournament.

The Lady Bucks placed nine wrestlers in the top four of their respective  weight classes to run away with the team title in Cary at the Mark Adams Holiday Tournament

Hoke County wins girls title at WRAL HighSchoolOT Wrestling Invitational;  Hoke County had two first-place finishers in the girl tournament at the WRAL HighSchoolOT Wrestling Invitational, leadi

Shelby Burris Has a monster Game to lead the Bucks over the Red Springs Red Devils. Shelby finished with 19 points, 19 rebounds, and 9 steals.

CJ Griffin was selected as the Most Outstanding Wrestler "MOW" at the Baddest Cat on the Mat Dual Tournament. CJ went a perfect 5-0 on the day to improve to 27-0 on the season.

The Fighting Bucks Wrestling Team traveled to Charlotte to face two of the top wrestling teams in the state, HSOT Preseason #1 Mooresville and #10 Hickory Ridge. They both suffered their first defeat

Fighting Buck Wrestler Geronimo (GMO) Oxendine has reached a wrestling milestone recording his 100th Victory. Congratulations to GMO and good luck the rest of the season.

Fighting Bucks Sr. Wrestler CJ Griffin begins his senior season within close proximity to the school's all-time wins mark in wrestling of 150. He has started the season 6-0 with 6 pin falls. Recor

The Sakellie Daniels era has begun for boys basketball at Hoke County Hugh School. A late 12-2 run allowed the boys to deliver their coach her initial victory. We are all looking forward to what the f

The Fighting Bucks Girls Wrestling Team made history when they took to the mat to wrestle the Jack Britt Lady Buccaneers. Each team was taking part in its first fully sanctioned NCHSAA girls wrestling

The Fighting Bucks wrestling team opened the season with its annual clash against Jack Britt known as the "Battle for the Belt". The Bucks maintained the belt with a decisive 52-26 victory o

The Fighting Bucks hosted their first-ever swim meet in Hoke County as the James Leach Aquatic & Recreation Center serves as the home facility for the high school swim team.

Among her family, teammates, and coach Alyssa Pridgen took in the emotions that come with playing at home on her last home match. Thank you for all that you have done these last four years as a part o

Senior striker #15 Mohamed Diallo scored a natural hat-trick, three straight goals, to start the game against Scotland County. He would score a fourth goal in the second half of the Bucks' 6-1 vic

The Fighting Bucks volleyball team celebrated senior night and sent the fans home with a hard-fought come-from-behind victory. Losing two sets to one and down 7-4 in the fourth set, the Buck

Congratulations to the Fighting Bucks JV football team who stayed the course and came back to defeat the Lee County Yellowjackets 20-13.

Congratulations to the Fighting Bucks JV football team who stayed the course and came back to defeat the Union Pines Vikings 20-13.

First-year wrestler, Jocelyn Carter signs to continue her wrestling career at St. Andrews University.

In front of approximately 35 family, friends, and teammates Za´Veon Leggett signed his letter of intent to play basketball as a member of Methodist University Monarchs. Congratulations Za'Ve

In a ceremony in front of family, friends, teammates, and coaches; Landon Nelson signed his letter of intent to continue his wrestling career at UNC-Pembroke. We wish him all the luck in the world as

Fighting Bucks senior wide receiver  Carson Powe will be moving on to play football at Ferrum College. Congratulations Carson and good luck.

Freshman William Leak went into his first varsity track meet and finished first in the long jump and second in the high jump. His long jump distance qualifies him to attend the Nike, Adidas, and

Natalie Williams connected for her first home run of the season in a win against Red Springs. The Bucks have started the softball season 3-1.

Hoke County High School Swim Team Coach Lee Artis was selected as the Sandhills Athletic Conference Coach of the Year. Congratulations Coach Artis.

Senior David Coptsias will continue his wrestling career as a Knight at St. Andrews University. Congratulations David and Good Luck.

The Fighting Bucks are headed to the wrestling state championship determined to bring gold medals to Hoke County. Good luck to Gabriel Cabezudo-106, Yadiel Torres-126, Landen Nelson-132, David Coptsia

Hoke County Running "Buck" Ethan Wallace was among family, coaches, teammates, and friends as he revealed his future plans for football and college. The All-Conference performer has decided

Hoke County swimmer Sachi Mathews claimed the conference championship in the 100-yard freestyle while setting a new school record and personal best in the event with a time of 1:08.10. 

The Fighting Bucks ladies' wrestling team only took six wrestlers to the first-ever Mideast Regional but their hard work earned a sixth-place finish. Joce Carter, Sara Warren, Azya Monroe, and Dia

Da´Veon and Za´Veon Leggett led the Bucks to a season sweep of the Yellowjackets of Lee County. Da´Veon put together a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Za´Veon add

Junior CJ Griffin recorded his 100th win as a member of the Hoke County High School Wrestling Team when he won his first match of the SAC Tournament. He would go on to win his division at the tourname

Salah Sutton led the Bucks with 23 points as the Bucks turned the tables on the Scots and defeated Scotland County 57-38.

The Fighting Bucks traveled to Richmond County to face the Raiders and Scotland County for the last tri-meet of the wrestling regular season. The Bucks dominated both teams defeating Scotlan

Bucks Invade the Boneyard and Come Out Victorious as four Bucks take individual championships along with the team championship at the Boneyard Bash. Jaylen Bethea-120, Landen Nelson-132, CJ Griffin-15

The Fighting Bucks sent their seniors out on a high note this season. They dominated both opponents during senior night defeating Marlboro County 72-6 and Fayetteville Christian 77-0. Congratulations

The Fighting went to the mat against 16 other teams and rose to the top to claim the Ram Rumble Team Title.

Among family and friends Senior Takoda Hardin signed today to play collegiate baseball at USC - Sumter. Congratulations as all your hard work and dedication has payed off and taken you to the next lev

The Fighting Bucks Bowling Team returned to action against Scotland County after the Christmas break. Good luck with the rest of the season.

Senior wrestler David Coptsias reached career victory 100 Wednesday night against Union Pines High School during a tri-meet at Southern Lee High School. Many years of hard work, dedication,

Jocelyn Carter and CJ Griffin both medaled at this past weekend at the Holy Angels Invitational Wrestling Tournament.

9-7-22 PHOTO 13  <04> Lady Bucks huddle after a point. (Photos by Alexus Vick)   PHOTO BY ALEXUS VICK Scott Boucher, Sports Writer The Lady Bucks would drop both

PHOTO BY ALEXUS VICK  By: Scott Boucher, Sports Writer The Fighting Bucks had a light schedule this week as they only played one game on the pitch. The Bucks opened conference play wit

Varsity Bucks go into ¨The Jungle¨ and Tame the Tigers PHOTOS BY ALEXUS VICK  Scott Boucher, Sports Writer This past Friday night The Fighting Bucks hit the road to tak

PHOTO BY Alexus Vick Written by: Scott Boucher   Hoke County Athlete Spotlight: Senior OH, MB Faith Mason Boucher: How long have you participated in volleyball? Mason: I have playe

The Hoke County Blazers, a summer club track team that consists of runners from Hoke High and East Hoke Middle School are celebrating a huge win this month after becoming National Champions and

Written by Scott Boucher, Sports Writer for The News-Journal  The fighting Bucks softball team tried to play two games this last week. The first game of the week saw the Bucks hosting the

Written by Scott Boucher, Sports Writer for The News-Journal The Lady Bucks opened SAC play by hosting the Union Pines Vikings last Monday. Union Pines is always a force on the 3A level and the tea

Written by Scott Boucher, Sports Writer for The News-Journal The Fighting Bucks had a rough week going 0 - 3 for the week. On Tuesday the Fighting Bucks hosted conference rival Scotland County for

Written by Scott Boucher, Sports Writer for The News-Journal The Bucks tennis team has been busy the first two weeks of the season. The Bucks lost its home opener to conference foe Scotland 6 - 3.

Written by Scott Boucher, Sports Writer for The News-Journal The Fighting hosted its first track meet of the season. The Bucks were joined on the track by Pinecrest, Scotland, and Southern Lee. The

Conference Standings Hoke County High School’s Girls Bowling team finished 2nd place in the Sandhills Athletic Conference, placed 4th in the conference tournament, and have qualified for

Congratulations to Aaron Johnson who has officially committed to Play Football for Highland Junior College.

Kamonte Williams has officially committed to playing for the Fayetteville State Broncos. https://twitter.com/FSUBroncos/status/1488989025285419010?s=20&t=rbbzuCMLvLJOFHJPiMCHpA

Mathew Leach has Officially committed to Barton College.  Congratulations Mathew! https://twitter.com/maytag_matt/status/1488987572995072009?s=20&t=rbbzuCMLvLJOFHJPiMCHpA

Best of luck to our Women's Wrestling team as they compete in the State Invitational this weekend! Way to go Ladies! Wrestlers attending the state invitational this weekend are Milena Daniels

Lady Bucks topped the Lady Cavaliers with the best game played by Hoke's women's basketball team this year. From start to finish the Lady Bucks were in total control of the game in all fa

Hoke boys bowling team is now ranked 5th in the Sandhills Athletic Conference.  The Boys Bowling conference tournament will be held on Feb. 10th at Sandhills Lanes in Aberdeen.&nbs

Hoke's girls Bowling team is now ranked 2nd in the Sandhills Athletic Conference. They will compete in the conference tournament on Feb. 8th at Sandhills Lanes in Abe

Congratulations to Sachiko Mathews for taking 3rd Place in the Girls 50 Yards Freestyle in this weeks swim meet!   

Congratulations to Hoke's Girls Swim Team! 3rd place Girls 200 Yards Freestyle Relay Mitsuko Mathews (SO) Naomy Mow (FR) Aiko Mathews (Sr) Sachiko Mathews (SP)

Hoke County High School's Head Coach, Vernon Walworth has been named National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) Girl’s Head Coach of the Year for the st

Hoke County Wrestling is going to be the FIRST VARSITY ALL GIRLS WRESTLING TEAM in North Carolina History.  We are looking to field an entire team (11 Weight classes) and we want to have as many