A Small Town in National Spotlight 11:15:25 4.11 PM

Story by: Gail Nobles
Sports Cover by: Gail Nobles

And from the heart of Eastern North Carolina, a story! A personal story! The hallways I walked, the field I knew... West Craven High School! Now, let's be clear: this isn't about becoming a household name across all fifty states. It's about a local team earning a moment of national **attention.* Suddenly, the Friday night lights aren't just for the local crowd. The world is watching! And in a stunning turn, my own investigation reveals the truth: West Craven, ranked forty-four in North Carolina! A stunning 10-1 record! A perfect 6-0 in their conference! The Eagles are soaring, and the whole country can see it right from their living rooms!

Let me be clear. This is not just another high school football story. This is a matter of perspective. You have a small town. A community. And then, suddenly, its local team is thrust onto the national stage.

The question is, how? The answer is simple: the most powerful voices in sports have taken notice. *Sports Illustrated*. *MaxPreps*. They have looked at West Craven High and they have said, "This team matters."

Like I said, It's about a local team earning a moment of national **attention.* So you see, it is a very simple, yet powerful, story. A local team has become a national name. And for that community, those Friday night lights have never shined brighter.
I’m Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening to EPS.

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