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On this episode of The Current with K.J., we take a deeper look at Team USA’s historic performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics, including a record-setting medal count and a dramatic gold medal win in men’s hockey.

We also cover a powerful winter blizzard impacting the Northeast, along with a story of bravery out of Florida where a man rescued a pregnant woman from a submerged vehicle. In entertainment, we highlight a major milestone as Survivor celebrates its 50th season and reflects on its lasting impact on television.

In Carolina Focus, we discuss the return of a North Carolina woman who had been missing for more than two decades, rising suspension rates in the Wake County Public School System, and Microsoft’s plans for a large-scale data center in Person County.

And in The Hawk’s Nest, we highlight university transfer pathways, an ongoing adult learner survey, and healthcare workforce training through Nash Community College’s Medical Assisting program.

On this episode of The Current with K.J., we break down a dominant Super Bowl performance as the Seattle Seahawks secure a championship win over the New England Patriots, along with a global spotlight on the halftime show.

We also cover a powerful 15-week peace walk completed by Buddhist monks from Texas to Washington, D.C., and provide an update on the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. And developments of what really happened to Nancy Guthrie.

In Carolina Focus, we look at rising athletic spending at the UNC Tar Heels men's basketball and what it means for the future of college sports, along with job market insights from ECU’s “Resumania” event and a creative animal shelter fundraiser in Lenoir County.

And in The Hawk’s Nest, we highlight enrollment growth and campus updates at Nash Community College.

🏆 2025 NCHSAA STATE CHAMPIONS CROWNED! | Wilson Prep’s Historic First Title, Tarboro’s Dominance & Full Scoreboard
The 2025 season has reached its peak! After months of grit and grind, eight teams have fought their way to the top of the mountain to hoist the gold trophy. Shawn and Deryl Lucas wrap up the championship action with final scores, exclusive interviews, and a look at the history made on the field.

✨ Wilson Prep Academy: The Tigers are State Champs!
We recap the thrilling 9-8 victory over Robbinsville, featuring a clutch 27-yard field goal by Ethan Nelson with just 20 seconds left.

👑 Tarboro Dynasty Continues
The Tarboro Vikings proved once again why they are the standard, shutting out Murphy 22-0 to secure their program's 10th state title and their 15-0 undefeated season.

🔥 Final State Championship Scoreboard
Congratulations to all the 2025 NCHSAA State Champions:

1A: Wilson Prep 9, Robbinsville 8

2A: Tarboro 22, Murphy 0

3A: Shelby 84, Kinston 41

4A: Reidsville 50, Brevard 20

5A: Crest 31, Hunt 14

6A: Watauga 47, Middle Creek 25

7A: Grimsley 24, Clayton 14

8A: Hough 21, Millbrook 0

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🏈 THE EIGHT CHAMPIONS: NCHSAA STATE FINALS PREVIEW! | Hunt, Tarboro, Clayton, Millbrook & All 8 Title Games!
It's State Championship Week! After months of battle, the final 16 teams are set to compete for the ultimate prize: the Gold Trophy. Join Shawn and Deryl Lucas as they break down every single title game on the schedule!

👑 THE ROAD TO GLORY: Championship Matchups
Eight divisions, eight incredible battles for the North Carolina state crown.

1A Championship: Wilson Prep (WPA) vs. Robbinsville Black Knights

2A Championship: Tarboro Vikings vs. Murphy Bulldogs

3A Championship: Reidsville Rams vs. Brevard Blue Devils

4A Championship: Kinston Vikings vs. Shelby Golden Lions

5A Championship: Hunt Warriors vs. Crest Chargers

6A Championship: Middle Creek Mustangs vs. Watauga Pioneers

7A Championship: Clayton Comets vs. Grimsley Whirlies

8A Championship: Millbrook Wildcats vs. Hough Huskies

💥 Title Game Breakdown
1A & 2A: Can Wilson Prep pull the final upset? Will Tarboro's dynasty continue against the formidable Murphy Bulldogs?

5A Showdown: Hunt is bringing the trophy back East, but the mighty Crest Chargers stand in their way!

7A & 8A Blockbusters: Clayton attempts to cap its incredible run against a powerhouse in Grimsley, while the undefeated Millbrook faces the equally dominant Hough for the 8A title!

It all comes down to this! Hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for your final look at the 2025 NCHSAA Football State Championships!

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🏈 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW WEEK! | Clayton's Historic Win, Millbrook vs. Hoggard THRILLER & Who Will Win the Tarboro vs. Warren County battle?
It's the final week of the season before the championships! Shawn and Deryl Lucas break down the biggest wins from the weekend and look ahead to the final battles.

⏪ GRIT & GRIND REWIND:

Clayton's Triumph: Shawn breaks down Clayton's commanding 35-21 victory over SE Raleigh, featuring the Player of the Game and the Coach of the Game interview! The Comets are headed to battle Cardinal Gibbons!

The Undefeated War: Deryl relives the incredible defensive struggle where Millbrook (13-0) edged out Hoggard (12-1) with a 14-7 final! Millbrook remains perfect!

🛣️ Road Warriors of the Week!
Which teams excelled in hostile territory to reach the finals?

Deryl spotlights Millbrook's gutsy win on the road against Hoggard, with an interview from Coach Marshall!

Shawn shouts out Wilson Prep (WPA) for their big 52-22 win on the road against the Pinetown Panthers, featuring an interview with Coach Phil!

⚔️ MARQUEE MATCHUPS: The State Championship Previews

Tarboro vs. Warren County: The 13-0 Tarboro Vikings face the 11-2 Warren County Eagles in what is sure to be a classic title fight!

Hunt vs. Northside-Jacksonville: The 11-2 Hunt Warriors take on the 11-2 Northside-Jacksonville Monarchs in a showdown between two explosive teams!

🏆 PRIMETIME GAME OF THE WEEK: 
Our featured preview is the battle for the gold: Clayton (11-2) vs. Cardinal Gibbons (12-1)! Will Clayton complete their incredible run??

🔮 Quick Picks: Final Predictions!
Shawn and Deryl give their final predictions of the season for all this week's games, including Kinston vs. James Kenan, Murphy vs. Starmount, Reidsville vs. West Craven, and the massive Grimsley vs. Weddington!

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👑 NCHSAA PLAYOFFS ROUND 4: THE REGIONAL FINALS ARE HERE! | NORTHERN NASH WINS & MILLBROOK vs. HOGGARD UNDEFEATED BATTLE!
It's WEEK 15 (November 26th), and the NCHSAA Playoffs have reached the REGIONAL FINALS (Round 4)! This is the ultimate "Elite Eight" battle to earn a trip to the State Championship game! Shawn has the full breakdown of who survived and who's one game away from glory!

⏪ GRIT & GRIND REWIND: Regional Semifinal Shocks!
Last week delivered the regional title deciders:

Northern Nash's Triumph: The incredible Northern Nash 19-14 victory over Seventy-First! We've got the game footage, hear from the Players of the Game, and get the winning coach's perspective from Coach Farriss on advancing!

Hunt Prevails: We revisit Hunt's 42-21 victory over Southern Nash in their playoff rematch!

Shootout Victory: Shawn recaps Warren County's dominant 42-23 win against East Carteret.

🛣️ Road Warriors of the Week!
Who conquered hostile territory to steal a win and advance? We crown the teams who got it done away from home: SE Raleigh, Rocky Mount, Edenton, and Southwest Edgecombe (SWE)! Hear Shawn explain his "spoiler" moment from last week!

⚔️ MARQUEE MATCHUPS: Final Four Contenders
1A Regional Final Showdown: Can the Wilson Prep Tigers (7-5) pull off a massive upset against the undefeated Northside Pinetown Panthers (12-0)?! Northside is a dominant force, and we'll show you why!

The Undefeated Clash: Millbrook (12-0) vs. Hoggard (12-0)! Two perfect records on the line! Who earns the State Championship berth?!

Edenton vs. Warren County: A fierce battle for the Regional Crown!

🏆 PRIMETIME GAME OF THE WEEK: State Championship Ticket!
Our featured Regional Final is a defensive battle for the title: SE Raleigh (9-3) vs. Clayton (10-2)! Only one team is advancing. We break down the keys to victory in this high-stakes contest!

🔮 Quick Picks: Elite Eight & Regional Final Predictions!
Shawn and Deryl give their final, fearless predictions for the Elite Eight and Regional Finals, including:

Tarboro vs. East Bladen

Hunt vs. Croatan

Northern Nash vs. Middle Creek (Can the Knights win the Regional Final?)

Who will reach the State Championship? Hit that LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE for the most dominant NCHSAA Playoff coverage!

🤯 NCHSAA PLAYOFFS ROUND 3: 71ST VS NORTHERN NASH SHOWDOWN & Southern Nash-Hunt
It's NOVEMBER 19TH, and the NCHSAA Playoffs are in the Regional Semifinals (Round 3)! Only the toughest teams are left standing. Shawn and Deryl Lucas break down the final push to the Regional Finals, featuring two of the biggest games in the state!

⏪ GRIT & GRIND REWIND: Playoff Carnage!
Last week saw some unexpected results that changed the bracket:

The Stunner: Deryl breaks down Farmville Central's massive 58-27 win over Louisburg! We have the game footage and hear from Coach Cook and the Players of the Game on how they pulled off the offensive explosion!

Edgecombe Edge: Shawn recaps the gritty playoff battle where SWE topped Bunn in a close 29-24 thriller!

🌟 Playoff Player Spotlight!
This week, the spotlight shines on a true playmaker: Cameron Giddings from Warren County! We showcase the highlights that made him one of the most dominant forces in the playoffs.

🛣️ Road Warriors of the Week!
Who conquered hostile territory? We crown the teams who stole a win away from home, including the Rolesville Rams, Farmville Central (for that huge road upset!), and Southwest Edgecombe!

⚔️ MARQUEE MATCHUPS: RUN IT BACK!
This is the matchup everyone wanted to see: Southern Nash (7-4) vs. Hunt (9-2)! The rivalry reignites in the playoffs! We get insight from Hunt's CJ Dickerson on why this rematch will be different!

We also preview the major 1A battle: North Duplin (10-1) vs. Edenton (7-4)!

🏆 PRIMETIME GAME OF THE WEEK: The Regional Final Preview!
Our massive featured game is a must-watch: 71st Falcons (9-2) vs. Northern Nash Knights (10-1)! The winner takes a huge step toward the State Championship game! This game is guaranteed to be a defensive struggle and a championship-level atmosphere!

🔮 Quick Picks: 17 Playoff Predictions!
Shawn and Deryl put their knowledge on the line with 17 expert predictions for the toughest matchups in the state, including:

SE Raleigh vs. Cleveland

Jordan vs. Millbrook (11-0 vs 11-0!)

NCISAA State Championships (8-Man and 11-Man finals!)

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🏆 LOUISBURG VS. FARMVILLE CENTRAL: ROUND 2  CLASH! | NCHSAA Playoffs, Road Win Upset Recap & Quick Picks!

It's NOVEMBER 13TH, and the NCHSAA Playoffs have reached Round 2! The season-long goal is still alive, but for half the remaining teams, it's about to end. Shawn and Deryl Lucas have the full breakdown on the survivors and the biggest showdown of the week!

🔥 PRIMETIME GAME OF THE WEEK: The Louisburg Showdown!

Our featured game is a huge Round 2 battle: Louisburg (8-2) hosts the Farmville Central Jaguars (6-5)! Louisburg’s defense has been stellar, but Farmville is coming off a massive offensive output. Can Louisburg's home-field advantage carry them through? We break down every matchup detail for this intense winner-take-all game!

⏪ GRIT & GRIND REWIND: First Round Knockouts

We recap the biggest games and stories from the opening round:

• The 4A Upset: Deryl breaks down the major thriller between Enloe and Panther Creek, featuring an exclusive interview with the Panther Creek Coach and the Players of the Game!
• Franklinton's Statement: Shawn reviews Franklinton's convincing performance against Grays Creek.

🛣️ Road Warriors of the Week!

Which teams proved they can win anywhere? We crown our Road Warriors of the Week! Shawn and Deryl shout out the gritty efforts by South Granville, Roanoke Rapids, and North Edgecombe for getting it done in hostile territory!

⚔️ MARQUEE MATCHUPS: Tournament Brackets

We analyze more huge second-round games:

• NCISAA Round 2: The best of the Independents! Undefeated Arendell Parrott Academy (11-0) puts its perfect season on the line against Faith Christian (8-3)!
• South Johnston vs 71st: A major test for two 8-win teams.
• Tarboro's Title Push: Can Camden County slow down the undefeated Tarboro Vikings (10-0)?

🔮 Quick Picks: 20-Game Playoff Predictions!

Shawn and Deryl put their perfect playoff brackets on the line with 20 lightning-round predictions for the biggest second-round clashes! You need these predictions for games like SWE vs. Bunn, South Granville vs. Rocky Mount, and the crucial Panther Creek vs. Millbrook showdown!

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🏆 PLAYOFFS ROUND 1: WIN OR GO HOME! | Nash County Champions, Hunt vs Fike Fallout & YOU Pick the Game of the Week!
It's WEEK 12 (November 5th), and the stakes are officially MAXIMUM! The North Carolina High School Football Playoffs are here, and Shawn and Deryl Lucas have the definitive breakdown of Round 1. Every snap matters now!

👑 GRIT & GRIND REWIND: Trophy Time!
We look back at the final regular-season fireworks:

Nash County Champions! Get the full recap of the emotional Rocky Mount vs. Northern Nash showdown, including the game footage and the trophy presentation!

Rivalry Fallout: We talk to Coach Juan Jackson and the Players of the Game after Hunt's win over Fike—a true road victory!

Best Road Win: Shawn and Deryl crown their Best Road Warrior of the week!

📈 TOP 5 PROGRESS REPORT: The Playoff Edition!
The rankings are back! See which teams—like Clayton, Tarboro, Millbrook, Hunt, and Seventy-First—are surging into the top spots just in time for the postseason! Who earned a top seed, and who is the most dangerous honorable mention?

🔥 GRIT & GRIND Players of the Week!
These players delivered when it mattered most:

The GRIT Player of the Week: Defensive End Tyrell Thornton (#4) from the South Granville Vikings!

The GRIND Player of the Week: Quarterback Tyler Jones (#1) and Wide Receiver Tyreek Cooper (#2) from Kinston High School! The QB/WR duo was unstoppable!

⚔️ MARQUEE MATCHUPS: Playoff Grit
We dive deep into two massive first-round matchups where every yard is a fight:

Battle of I-95: The rivalry returns as Nash Central (3-7) takes on Roanoke Rapids (2-8)!

Greene Central (5-5) vs. Wallace Rose Hill (5-5): A true toss-up! We hear from Coach Jay Wilson on his team's playoff mindset.

🗳️ PRIMETIME GAME OF THE WEEK: YOU DECIDE!
This week's feature game is up to YOU! We reveal the four potential matchups (including Beddingfield vs. Princeton, Enloe vs. Panther Creek, Grays Creek vs. Franklinton, and Southwest Onslow vs. SWE), but the final choice is made by our fans!

VOTE NOW on our Instagram (@gritandgrindpodcastnc) for the Playoff Game of the Week! 

🔮 17-Game Quick Picks!
The most chaotic picks of the season! Shawn and Deryl put their credibility on the line with 17 fearless predictions for the biggest first-round playoff clashes, including Eastern Alamance vs. Fike, JF Webb vs. Person, and more!

Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and VOTE for your Game of the Week!

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💥 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL WEEK 11: The Biggest Rivalry in Wilson County! | Hunt vs Fike 'The Game', Player Spotlights & Playoff Predictions!
The regular season is winding down, and the stakes have never been higher! It's October 28th, and this week's show is packed with the final, furious fights for playoff spots. Join Shawn and Deryl Lucas as they break down the most intense games on the schedule!

⏪ GRIT & GRIND REWIND: Rivalry Upset Fallout
Last week delivered the drama! We break down the fallout from two major matchups:

SOUTHERN NASH vs. NORTHERN NASH: Get the full game footage, see the Players of the Game, and hear from Coach Farriss after the thrilling conclusion to the Battle for Nash County!

KIPP Pride vs. Warren County: We look at the key moments and major takeaways from this great game.

🌟 The GRIT & GRIND Players of the Week!
Two players put on a show that demands your attention:

The GRIT Player of the Week: Linebacker/Offensive Lineman Avery Flowers (#52) from the Nash Central Bulldogs! 

The GRIND Player of the Week: Junior Captain Running Back Christian Freeman (#5) from Southeast Raleigh! 

⚔️ MARQUEE MATCHUPS: "The Game" is Here!
It doesn't get any bigger than this: Hunt vs. Fike! This rivalry is legendary, and this week's game, simply known as "The Game," will have monumental implications for the conference championship and playoff seeding. We get the final words from Coach Juan Jackson (Hunt) and Coach Rocky Lewis (Fike) before kickoff!

🏆 PRIMETIME GAME OF THE WEEK: 
Our featured matchup pits the Rocky Mount against Northern Nash! We head to the Coaches' Corner to hear from Coach Farriss (Northern Nash) and Coach Battle (Rocky Mount).

Don't forget QUICK PICKS!! Everyone's favorite segment!

Hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for your final high school football preview of the season!

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