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Title
RECOGNIZE NORTHERN GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM AS 2026 NCHSAA 6A STATE CHAMPIONS
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SPONSOR
Sponsor
Commissioner Carly Cooke
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RESOLUTION
Resolution
WHEREAS, Northern Guilford High School, established in 2007, serves a diverse group of approximately 1,300 students and is noted for its focus on academic excellence; and
WHEREAS, the Northern Guilford High School Girls Basketball team completed the 2025-2026 season with an impressive record of 27-4, highlighted by winning the first state title for the team since their 2018 North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) 3A State Championship; and
WHEREAS, under the leadership of Coach Joshua Evans, the Nighthawks exemplified discipline, perseverance, and teamwork, earning recognition for a remarkable performance that pulled them out of a first half deficit to a championship win; and
WHEREAS, standout junior guard Leena McField, an aspiring WNBA player and physician, was named Most Valuable Player in the championship game, after scoring 24 points and 7 rebounds, and became the all-time leading scorer for Northern Guilford and Guilford County Schools in early 2026, surpassing 2,800 career points; and
WHEREAS, freshmen players Aliyah Settle and Anaya Pearley, scoring 16 and 14 points, respectively, helped the team excel offensively to build the double digit lead that won the championship; and
WHEREAS, the dedication and support of the coaching staff, school administration, faculty, families, and the Northern Guilford High School community have been instrumental in the team’s success and in fostering a culture of integrity, determination and excellence.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Guilford County Board of Commissioners does hereby commend and congratulate the Northern Guilford High School Girls Basketball Team for their historic 2026 NCHSAA 6A State Championship victory, and for bringing immense pride and inspiration to their school, their families, and the Guilford County community.
ADOPTED this the 7th day of May 2026.
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REQUESTED ACTION
Requested Action
Adopt resolution celebrating Northern Guilford High School's Girls Varsity Basketball Team as 2026 NCHSAA 6A State Champions.
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