Pittsboro, NC – Gene Galin of the Chatham Journal and Asheebo Rojas of the Chatham News & Record were back after a summer hiatus with the Chatham NC Sports Roundup, focusing on high school football previews. Chatham Central had a strong off-season with 18 consistent players, new defensive coordinators, and a favorable schedule. Northwood faces challenges with player departures but returns key players like Grayson Cox and Robert Tripp. Seaforth, under new coach Matthews, is establishing a new culture with competitive positions. Jordan Matthews features new QB Kamarie Hadley and a focus on physicality. Volleyball and soccer seasons have started, with notable wins and losses. The Chatham News and Record paper features football previews and a story on Chad Graves’ college commitments.
[NOTE: This is an AI generated summary of this week’s Chatham NC Sports Roundup]
Chatham NC Sports Roundup Introduction
- Gene Galin introduces the Chatham NC Sports Update, mentioning a delay due to a West Coast call.
- The team will stream on Facebook, YouTube, and other channels but not Instagram due to technical issues.
- Gene Galin outlines the agenda, including a football preview, volleyball and soccer season updates, and athlete of the week.
- Gene Galin and Asheebo Rojas introduce themselves and prepare to discuss Chatham high school football previews.
Chatham Central Football Preview
- Asheebo Rojas discusses the Chatham Central football team, highlighting their outstanding off-season.
- The team has had consistent numbers of players, unlike previous years, which has improved their practice sessions.
- New defensive coordinators, Bland and Trayvion Tap, have added valuable college experience to the team.
- Chatham Central is optimistic about their upcoming season, starting with a game against Graham, a team they competed closely with last year.
Northwood Football Preview
- Asheebo Rojas talks about Northwood’s challenges with replacing key players from last year’s senior class.
- Key players returning include quarterback Grayson Cox, running back Robert Tripp, and receiver Roje Torres.
- Northwood is preparing for the Jack Shannon Jamboree to see how new players will perform.
- Concerns about the team’s depth and ability to fill positions if injuries occur are discussed.
Seaforth Football Preview
- Asheebo Rojas discusses the new coaching staff at Seaforth, led by Coach Matthews, and their efforts to establish a new culture.
- The team is in a competition mode, with no set positions, to see how players respond to challenges.
- Key players include defensive backs Patrick Miller and Nick Gregory, and quarterbacks Duncan Parker and Mason Pooley.
- Seaforth is looking to improve on last year’s performance and potentially make their first playoff appearance.
Jordan Matthews Football Preview
- Asheebo Rojas highlights the return of many players from last year’s team, including new starting quarterback Kamarie Hadley.
- Hadley, a standout basketball player, is learning to play quarterback and showing potential.
- The team has been focusing on getting stronger and more physical, with players like Jakari Blue losing weight to improve their speed.
- Jordan Matthews is excited about the potential of their athletes and the growth of their program.
Volleyball and Soccer Season Updates
- Asheebo Rojas provides updates on the volleyball season, with Seaforth starting strong and other teams like Northwood and Chatham Central also performing well.
- Boys soccer has started, with Northwood losing their first game to Green Level.
- Upcoming games and matches are mentioned, with Gene Galin planning to cover some of them.
- The importance of youth football programs like Siler City Parks and Rec and CC Elite in developing future high school athletes is highlighted.
Chatham News and Record Paper Preview
- Asheebo Rojas discusses the football previews in the Chatham News and Record paper.
- The paper also includes a story on Chad Graves from Northwood, who has committed to Cal State Fullerton and will transfer to a school in Detroit.
- The paper will continue to provide updates on local sports, including volleyball, boys soccer, and football.
- Gene Galin encourages readers to pick up the newspaper for detailed coverage and photos of local athletes.
Athlete of the Week: Maddie Kaczmarczyk
- Asheebo Rojas introduces Maddie Kaczmarczyk as the athlete of the week, highlighting her performance in the Chatham County post 292 in a season tournament.
- Maddie led her team with four RBIs, earned a win in the circle, and struck out seven batters.
- She was recognized as the 1A district five pitcher of the year and earned all-state honors.
- This is the final athlete of the week for the summer, with more to come in the fall season.
Upcoming Events and Preseason Power Rankings
- Gene Galin and Asheebo Rojas discuss their plans to cover upcoming games, including the Jack Shaner Jamboree.
- They mention the return of power rankings, which will be released next week.
- The importance of these rankings as a motivational tool for coaches and teams is highlighted.
- The team is excited about the upcoming football season and the potential for local teams to perform well.
Closing Remarks and Future Plans
- Gene Galin and Asheebo Rojas thank viewers for joining the live stream and encourage them to follow the Chatham NC Sports Roundup.
- They remind viewers to pick up the Chatham News and Record newspaper for detailed sports coverage.
- The team plans to continue providing updates on local sports, including volleyball, boys soccer, and football.
- The next live stream will be held next Thursday, with more updates and previews to come.