Meet Our Writer
Jason Baker was born here in Burke County and has lived here since. Growing up in the Drexel community and being a part of the sports scene since childhood, Jason brings a lot of experience and knowledge in the field of sports. Jason started out playing football as a young child with an ambition that would follow him all the way to High School. He was a member of the East Burke High School football team for the entirety of his educational years and has been a presence at the games there after. Jason has been a trusted writer for the Morganton News Herald and continues to write for his local supporters.
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Athlete of Week Spotlight #15: Draughn Swimming
When did you start swimming? Griffin Stephens: my freshman year of high school Macy Auton: when I was six years old for the Valdese...
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BASKETBALL Draughn @ NCSSM V Girls: Draughn 74, NCSSM 22 (Holder: 18) V Boys: Draughn 71, NCSSM 44 (B Cooper: 18) Draughn @ Mountain...
Athlete of Week Spotlight #14: Blair Cooper
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Athlete of Week Spotlight #13: Connor Brinkley
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Athlete of Week Spotlight #12: Taylor Holder
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Athlete of Week Spotlight #11: Kara Brinkley
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