Each week, North Carolina Football News will recognize one standout high school football team from each of our state’s six area codes.
To nominate a team for this weekly honor, tag us on Twitter/X or send an email to eric@ncfootballnews.com with details on why the team is deserving of recognition.
At the end of the season, we’ll anoint our Area Code High School Teams of the Year.
Week 0 – Aug. 16-17






Eric Lusk
Publisher & Editor
Eric Lusk started NC Football News in 2023. He's an old newspaper guy with a fondness for underdogs, redemption stories and the triple-option offense. He's a proud graduate of Jesse O. Sanderson High School and UNC's School of Journalism. He's thankful for God's mercy, family and second chances.