Two young athletes are the winners of this week’s player of the week honors on WIZS. According to Cammy Simmons, Assistant Head Coach at Crossroads Christian, Abby Taylor makes everyone around her better whether that’s on the basketball or volleyball court or in the classroom. Simmons cited Taylor’s leadership abilities and her work ethic as strengths that Taylor posseses. She is our Varsity girls player of the week.
For boys varsity our player of the week is Joseph Knott, a senior at Kerr Vance Academy. Sam Feaver, Kerr Vance Athletic Director, says Knott was the focal point of the school’s soccer team this year and lead the team in scoring. He started off the basketball season in similar fashion scoring 27 points in the opening game of the season this week against St. Thomas. Feaver says, that like Abby Taylor, Knott also possesses excellent leadership skills.
Congratulations to Crossroads Christian’s Abby Taylor and Kerr Vance Academy’s Joseph Knott. WIZS Players of the Week.
https://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/SPORTSTALK-1PM-M-F.png265504Bill Harrishttps://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wizswebsitelogoimage.pngBill Harris2021-11-19 18:01:262021-12-02 13:00:53SportsTalk: WIZS Player Of The Week Honors
Kerr Vance Academy has named alumna Cameron Ford Breedlove coach of its varsity girls tennis team.
Breedlove played on the KVA tennis team her seventh through twelfth-grade years and said she was “excited to be back as the coach.” Upon graduating KVA, Breedlove attended William Peace University in Raleigh.
Breedlove said former classmate George Hoyle, Jr., who now serves as athletic director for KVA, knew of her love for tennis and reached out when the coaching position became available.
Losing five seniors to graduation last year, Breedlove will have her work cut out for her coaching a younger team limited in practice ability due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With four girls returning, Breedlove hopes to recruit more players for the upcoming season.
“The team is younger; however, these are very talented girls with great skills who have been playing for a while,” Breedlove said.
To hear the interview with Breedlove in its entirety, click on the play button above.
Kerr Vance Academy has named alumna Cameron Ford Breedlove coach of its varsity girls tennis team.
https://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Cameron-Hope-Breedlove.jpg265504WIZS Staffhttps://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wizswebsitelogoimage.pngWIZS Staff2020-07-23 08:10:022020-07-23 08:10:02Cameron Ford Breedlove Named KVA Varsity Girls Tennis Coach
100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm
-Information courtesy Anne Marie White, KVA
Kerr Vance Academy will hold a “Spartan Seafood Festival” at Hillside Farms, located on Stagecoach Road in Vance County, on Saturday, November 9, 2019, beginning at 6 p.m.
Come out and enjoy all-you-can-eat steamed oysters, steamed shrimp, fried fish, BBQ, all the fixins’, beer, wine, tea and soft drinks for $55 per person.
Tickets must be purchased by 12 p.m. on Wednesday and are available in the KVA business office or by calling (252) 492-0018.
This event is fun-filled, delicious and open to the entire community, so bring your appetite and your oyster knives!
(This is not a paid advertisement)
https://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/KVA-Seafood-Festival-2019.png265504WIZS Staffhttps://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wizswebsitelogoimage.pngWIZS Staff2019-11-05 16:57:482019-11-05 16:57:48KVA’s ‘Spartan Seafood Festival’ to be Held Sat.; Ticket Deadline is Wed.
Frank Wiggins, Kerr-Vance Academy Headmaster, was on Wednesday’s edition of WIZS’ Town Talk program to discuss the Spartans recent NCISAA 1A Baseball Championship win and end-of-year activities.
The Spartans took the best two out of three series against Albemarle Academy on May 18 – 19, 2019, at home on Boyd Field. With a final score of 15-2, the win resulted in a third straight state title for KVA.
Prior to the championship round, the team defeated The Burlington School and Lawrence Academy.
“What a phenomenal accomplishment,” said Wiggins. “The kids have worked really hard this year, and the coaches have done an outstanding job. To win the championship three times in a row speaks volumes about the program.”
Wiggins praised the talent and leadership of upperclassmen Cam Murphy, Lane White and Matt Overton in addition to Head Coach Todd Wilkerson and Assistant Coach Mike Rigsbee.
The combination of “senior leadership, young talent and coaches that set a high standard for performance” led to a successful team that even had KVA’s daycare and preschool children cheering from the stands.
“One of the great things about Kerr Vance being such a small school is that everybody knows everybody. Our high school kids know our younger kids. You’ll see daycare and preschool kids at the ball games, and they know the players by name. That kind of community is something special,” Wiggins said.
As KVA winds down the 2018-19 school year with a victory, Wiggins said there is still plenty of excitement left this week with final exams, award ceremonies and the graduation of 23 seniors. This Friday, May 24 marks the last day of school and graduation is scheduled for Saturday, May 25 at 10 a.m.
Camp activities and events will be offered over the summer break. For additional information, please visit KVA’s website at www.kerrvance.com.
Looking ahead to enrollment for next school year, Wiggins said KVA staff would love to see you and your family in person via a campus tour. “I invite people to take a tour of the campus, to speak to our teachers and staff and to experience the routines and day-to-day operations that demonstrate what we’re all about.”
According to Wiggins, what KVA is all about is offering personalized education, all while fostering a sense of community.
“Our job is to educate children for success, and that takes a whole child approach,” said Wiggins. “We have an excellent track record of not only preparing kids to go to college but to be successful in college, graduate and then go on to outstanding careers. Many are leaders in their field and give back to the community.”
To hear the Town Talk interview with Frank Wiggins in its entirety, click here.
https://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/KVA-Spartan-1.jpg265504Kelly Bonduranthttps://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wizswebsitelogoimage.pngKelly Bondurant2019-05-22 16:58:352019-05-22 16:43:52KVA Headmaster Frank Wiggins Talks Championship Win, Sense of Community
-Information and flyer courtesy Frank Wiggins, Headmaster, Kerr-Vance Academy
Kerr-Vance Academy will hold a “Spartan For a Day” event for rising 7th-12th graders on March 18 & 19, 2019. Come and visit KVA, attend classes and meet teachers. See how it feels to be a Spartan! Half-day and whole-day visits are available.
Please call the school to register at (252) 492-0018. The school is located at 700 Vance Academy Road in Henderson.
(This is not a paid advertisement)
https://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/KVA-Spartan-for-a-Day.png265504WIZS Staffhttps://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wizswebsitelogoimage.pngWIZS Staff2019-03-07 16:54:212019-03-07 16:54:21Kerr-Vance Academy to Hold ‘Spartan For a Day’ Event
-Information and photo courtesy Frank Wiggins, Headmaster, Kerr-Vance Academy
Lane White, a senior at Kerr-Vance Academy, signed a letter of intent to play baseball at Chowan College. Pictured with Lane are his mother Sallie, father Chris, and coaches Mike Rigsbee and Todd Wilkerson.
Lane will begin his studies at Chowan in the fall.
https://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Lane-White-KVA.png265504WIZS Staffhttps://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wizswebsitelogoimage.pngWIZS Staff2018-11-19 16:56:062018-11-19 16:56:06KVA’s Lane White to Play Baseball at Chowan College
-Information courtesy Frank Wiggins, Headmaster, Kerr Vance Academy
The Kerr-Vance Lady Spartans defended their state title on Saturday, May 19 coming away with a 2-0 victory against Statesville Christian School. The match was played in off and on rain, but the team controlled the ball the entire match.
Nicole Dunkley got the Spartans on the board early in the opening minutes taking a corner kick from Ashley Dickerson and driving it in past the Statesville goalie. The score remained 1-0 until Dickerson netted a penalty kick after a handball call in the second half. From there, the offense and defense buckled down with solid ball control and timely plays to pick up the win. It has been a special season for the team due to the way they handled heightened expectations and strong senior leadership.
The Kerr-Vance Lady Spartans celebrate their back-to-back State Championship win. (Photo courtesy KVA)
Varsity baseball had to wait out numerous weather delays and postponements to finally get to a pressurized, one game, winner-take-all matchup against Wayne Country Day. The original format was best of three.
The Spartans were up to the challenge with Cam Murphy pitching a complete game, giving up only 2 runs in seven innings. Senior Wil Short, in his last game as a Spartan, went 2 for 3, two walks, 3 RBIs. Kerr-Vance was also led by RJ Johnson’s two RBI’s. Lane White and Shane Garrett each plated runs for the Spartans. The final was a 9-2 victory and a back-to-back championship.
Thoughts from KVA Headmaster Frank Wiggins:
As I think about what has been significant in the back to back title runs, no doubt that senior leadership has been huge for both teams. This year’s soccer team was led by Bonnie Evans, Caroline Hoyle, Riley Short, Holly Steg, and Nicole Dunkley. Nicole finished as the all-time leading scorer for the Spartans in soccer. The stingy defense was led by Stegg, Hoyle, and Evans. Short was very instrumental in controlling the midfield. Similarly, in baseball, Wil Short’s presence for a relatively young team was a big factor in winning the title. Wil has a way of taking young players under his wing and keeping them focused. He also was the team’s catcher and huge offensive presence in the lineup.
By my unofficial count, this is the 11th state title for Kerr-Vance. Men’s soccer, Women’s Soccer (4), Baseball (4), Men’s Basketball, and Men’s Golf have all one state championships.
The Kerr-Vance Varsity Baseball Team celebrates their back-to-back State Championship win. (Photo courtesy KVA)
From the principal’s chair, it has been incredible to watch both teams perform at such high levels this year. We are blessed to have this group of gifted student/athletes at Kerr-Vance. They are even better people! I am proud of the way that they have represented our school and the journey that has brought something very unique to our school. I think I am most proud that they worked as a team to accomplish those lofty goals. It took all of the parts working together to be back to back champs. That is something they will take with them when they leave here – knowing that we did this together!
I think this certainly helps our school. It creates a sense of pride, not just in our athletic programs but our school as a whole. The KVA community really got behind both teams and shared in their accomplishments. I think athletics are a huge aspect of our school’s brand and can help us attract students when they see the success we have had. That coupled with the opportunity to get an incredible education are big drawing cards for KVA. It has been my experience that when students are involved in athletics, band, the arts, and other activities they are more likely to experience higher levels of academic success as well. They become more well-rounded people. It works hand in hand.
https://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/KVA-Spartan-1.jpg265504WIZS Staffhttps://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wizswebsitelogoimage.pngWIZS Staff2018-06-01 16:59:352018-06-01 16:37:53Kerr-Vance Academy Repeats as State Champions in Soccer and Baseball
-Information courtesy Frank Wiggins, Headmaster, Kerr-Vance Academy
Kerr-Vance Academy held it’s 2018 Commencement on Saturday, May 26 at 10 a.m. in Crawford Gymtorium. Thirty-two seniors received their high school diplomas during the ceremony. Headmaster Frank Wiggins welcomed everyone and senior Becca Johnson gave the invocation.
The Salutory Address was given by Genie Parish and Valedictorian Richard Allen also spoke to the audience and his classmates. Allen told his classmates, “I can testify to each of you beyond a shadow of a doubt, that we have received a better, more personalized education here than we could have anywhere else. KVA has given each of us the tools to shape for ourselves a successful, unique experience during our time here. All we had to do was reach out and take them.” Allen also reminded his fellow graduates that “the gift of our educations gives us each the responsibility to do our part to tackle the multiplying problems of our world.”
Kerr-Vance Academy graduates toss their caps following the commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 26, 2018. (Photo courtesy KVA)
Each high school graduate was then introduced to the audience while their families stood. Senior Advisor Pat Hillery gave a personal narrative about each graduate and Headmaster Wiggins and Board President Anne Marie White presented the diplomas.
Ms. Hillery gave a heartfelt tribute to two colleagues, Dr. John Steinbaugh and Mr. Mike Dawson both teachers at Kerr-Vance who passed away earlier this year. She reminded the graduates that both men had high expectations for them and had been meaningful to each of them during their time at KVA. Ms. Hillery also recognized the dedicated Kerr-Vance faculty and staff for the outstanding job they do teaching and supporting students.
Mr. Wiggins then took to the podium with closing remarks for the graduates. He shared that he believed that the students would look back with fond memories of their time at KVA but that their “best was yet to come.” He reminded students that “the easy way is not always the best way. Practically everything worthwhile requires effort, hard work, and sometimes pain.”
Mr. Wiggins conferred the diplomas on behalf of the Kerr-Vance Academy Board and students moved their tassels. Graduates recessed to “Pomp and Circumstance.”
https://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/KVA-Graduation-2018.png265504WIZS Staffhttps://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wizswebsitelogoimage.pngWIZS Staff2018-05-29 16:59:452018-05-29 16:59:45Kerr-Vance Academy Holds Commencement for the Class of 2018
— pictures and text submitted by Frank Wiggins, Principal Kerr Vance Academy
The KVA Lady Spartans continued their winning ways on January 23 taking on Henderson Collegiate at Crawford Gym. The Spartans won the contest 53 – 40. Senior Becca Johnson led the way in the scoring column with 17 points and rebounds with 9. Senior Bonnie Evans had 12 points and led the team in steals with 4. Ashley Dickerson contributed an all-around good game with passing and scoring 10 points. The Pride was paced by Niya Towns and Camaria Parker who had 18 and 13 points respectively. The win pushes the Spartans record to 12-4. Next up is a conference match versus The Oakwood School on Wednesday.
In the varsity boy’s matchup, the undefeated Spartans took down the Pride 81-62. The Spartans led the whole way behind the play of Senior Michael Bowers with 23 points. Tim Pettiford 23 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 steals, Senior Andreas Wilson 13 points, and Thomas Miles with 12 also paced the Spartans balanced attack. The Spartans jump back into conference play on Wednesday against The Oakwood School.
https://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/KVA-shield.png280453WIZS Staffhttps://wizs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wizswebsitelogoimage.pngWIZS Staff2018-01-24 19:05:452018-01-24 19:05:45Kerr Vance Basketball on Fire Jan 23, 2018
We need your help to welcome our new teachers to Vance County!
Snacks, gum, candy, water bottles, notepads, pens, pencils, coupons etc. are just a few of the things we need to pack in the bags. Make sure your business name and contact information is on the items you donate. This is a great way to advertise your business to a new group coming into the Vance County area.
In the varsity boy’s matchup, the undefeated Spartans took down the Pride 81-62. The Spartans led the whole way behind the play of Senior Michael Bowers with 23 points. Tim Pettiford 23 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 steals, Senior Andreas Wilson 13 points, and Thomas Miles with 12 also paced the Spartans balanced attack. The Spartans jump back into conference play on Wednesday against The Oakwood School.