Chip Ashley

Meet the 2025-26 All-Observer boys' basketball team: The best players in the region. 🏀First and second teams plus HM 🏀All-Observer defense 🏀All-Observer freshmen 🏀Our annual photoshoot and video charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-sc…

Congratulations to the following members of our Western Foothills 5A Conference Championship Team: **Jaxon Dollar—Conference Player of the Year **Christian Atkins-All Conference **Gaige Ikard-All Conference **Gavin Heaberlin-All Conference **Jon Hancock-Conf. Coach of the Year

He's got nearly 40 major college football offers. He's top 3 tight end recruit in America. East Lincoln's Jaxon Dollar also dunks with a ferocity that reminds me of high school Jerry Stackhouse. Is he the best 2-sport athlete in the state? Story below: #storylink=mainstage_lead" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-sc…

Is East Lincoln's Jaxon Dollar the best 2-sport athlete in the state? Working with Stephen Curry’s personal trainer helped Dollar unlock his potential, and he’s putting together a memorable junior season. charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-sc…

Jaxon Dollar with the finish!!!

NEW SWEET 16 BASKETBALL POLLS ARE OUT Hough High took down two-time 4A state champ North Meck on the road Friday to move into The Observer’s Sweet 16 poll. Get full boys’, girls’ rankings charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-sc…

Meet the midseason Charlotte Observer all-star boys' and girls' basketball teams and our midseason players of the year #storylink=mainstage_card" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-sc…

Congratulations to Coach @JonHancock7224 who won his 500th game for his career as a Varsity Head Coach. His record at East Lincoln is now 176-53 (.768 winning percentage) #itswhatwedo🐎

Here are the nominees for The Observer's boys' high school basketball player of the week. The poll closes Friday at noon. Vote now. Vote often. Vote at link below charlotteobserver.com/sports/high-sc…

Drake Maye... Kendre Harrison... and now 2027 6'5 Jaxon Dollar, as a Top-50 football prospect in NC, proves he could be a D1 basketball prospect as well. #PhenomHoops @EastLincolnMBB Read: phenomhoopreport.com/2027-jaxon-dol…

Top Storylines for Phenom 828 Showcase: Undefeated East Lincoln Takes on East Rutherford #PhenomHoops Read: phenomhoopreport.com/top-storylines…

Top Storylines for Phenom 828 Showcase: Undefeated East Lincoln Takes on East Rutherford READ ||: phenomhoopreport.com/top-storylines… #PhenomHoops

2027 Jaxon Dollar @JaxonDollar4 will be looking to fly high once again this weekend at the #Phenom828Showcase December 13, 2025 Maiden High School (NC) Address: 600 W Main St, Maiden, NC 28650

6 Backdoor Specials from ELITE Coaches 1 | Mark Few

You know it’s a good play when the defense completely loses Cooper Flagg Duke | BLOB: Double Shuffle STS lob

Championship teams don’t happen by accident. They are built by leaders who set the tone, model the standard, and raise the bar for everyone around them. If you want to build a team that leads itself, start here: The 10 Commandments of Team Leaders 1. Lead Yourself First - True leadership always starts from within. Leaders manage their actions, discipline, and attitude before trying to guide and influence others. They have the “courage to lead.” Self-leadership is always the first step to leadership. 2. Be a Thermostat - Don't just gauge the temperature, set it. Leaders should set the mood and tone for the team each and every day! Leaders are responsible for creating an environment conducive to success and positivity. 3. Manage the Locker Room - The locker room's atmosphere can make or break a team. This is a space that the coach is rarely in. Leaders should create a space of respect, unity, and focus. Make the locker room a launch pad for victory. 4. Bring Positive Energy - Leaders lead in energy and engagement. Embrace the 5:1 ratio of positive interactions to criticisms. Make sure you are dishing out 5 positives for every negative you have to share with others. Be a source of motivation your team rallies around. Be a Spark Plug! 5. Be a Connector of All - Bridge gaps between team members. Leaders ensure everyone feels included and valued. They create a cohesive unit that operates seamlessly on and off the field. 6. Build Others' Confidence - Leaders instill and cultivate confidence in their teammates. They celebrate their teammates’ strengths and encourage them during challenges, boosting their self-belief and team contribution. 7. Give Reminders - Team leaders always keep the team's goals and values at the forefront. Regular reminders of what you're working towards can keep everyone aligned and focused. 8. Accept Responsibility - Leaders must own their actions and decisions, setting an example of accountability and maturity. Accepting responsibility is key to gaining respect. 9. Hold Your Teammates Accountable - Ensuring everyone meets the team's standards is one of the hardest jobs of a leader. A leader should tactfully enforce rules and expectations, maintaining discipline and focus. 10. Be a Servant Leader - Finally, leaders lead by serving. They prioritize the team's needs over personal glory. A servant leader inspires loyalty and drives the team toward collective success. _____ If you like this post, you will love my free newsletter. Great Teams Better Leaders Join 15,000+ others. gregberge.beehiiv.com/subscribe

BEN CUTTER!!! 🫴 📺 ESPNU

youtu.be/FPfCeueQtYA?fe… Congrats to Grant for his Game ball from Carolina preps. Thanks to @CarolinaPreps1 for presenting it today!