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Yahoo
19-04-2025
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NC A&T State University cheerleaders make history with back-to-back national championship wins
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — North Carolina A&T State University works hard to make cheerleading look easy. The university's cheerleading program has cemented its place in history as a repeat winner in the National Cheerleaders Association and National Dance Alliance College National Championship, according to a press release from N.C. A&T. With a final event score of 95.0093 and no deductions, the N.C. A&T team took first place again in the Intermediate Small Coed Division I group for this year's event, held April 9-13 in Daytona, Florida. While their group of 10 included two other North Carolina teams — Western Carolina University and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington — no other historically Black colleges or universities competed in that division. Last year, the Aggie cheerleaders became the first HBCU team to win this division title and the first HBCU team in North Carolina to win an NCA National Championship, the press release states. This year, A&T was the only HBCU to win a division title in what is considered the premier collegiate cheerleading and dance championship in the United States. Racers ready for 2025 Bowman Gray season after NASCAR partnership 'We understood that if we were the best in 2024, then we had to push to ensure we stay the best in 2025,' said Daniel Kearns-Pickett, the Aggies' head cheerleading coach. 'Getting to the top is one thing, but staying at the top is a whole new process.' 'Being able to see how hard myself, teammates, coaches and trainers have put into this two-minute and 15-second routine was all worth it,' said squad member Christion Drew. 'All I could expect from Day 2 was perfection.' After missing first place by less than one point in their first competition appearance in 2023 but making a comeback win in 2024, the Aggies focused on their program motto, 'Better Than Yesterday,' calling this 'Peak Season' when they pushed themselves to new heights. 'It wasn't just about chasing another win — it was about proving to ourselves and everyone else that we deserved to be there,' said squad member Jaimee Standfield. 'The grit we showed, the challenges we overcame, and the way we came together made this moment even more powerful. This victory was earned, and it's something we'll carry with pride forever.' The Aggies' history-making repeat also makes a statement that transcends cheerleading, Drew said. 'I hope all Black and brown bodies get to see this routine and see themselves that they belong,' he said. 'Disrupt spaces, let them see you, because when they do, greatness comes about.' The 2024-25 squad members are co-captains Santana Baker, Tanasia Lemon and Kennedi Stevens, along with Taylor Allen, Jade Barnes, Madisyn Burnette, Katie Cantey, Sydney Cooke, the Drews, Nia Fletcher, Dasani Flowers, La'Kay Hardy, Jaedyn Harris, Isaiah Herbin, Jaida Hines, Aydra Hooper, Ni'Yarah Horton-Washington, Anaya Hutchins, Breyanna Hutchinson, Rokell Johnson, Jazzmya Jones, Milani Kimble, Madison Manley, Anton McPhatter, Carter Powell, Jordyn Shaw, Standfield, Myles Taylor, Ava Wilson, Morgan Young and KJ Zellous. Watch the Aggies' winning routine here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
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N.C. A&T plays in CAA Tournament against the William & Mary
William & Mary Tribe (12-18, 9-10 CAA) vs. North Carolina A&T Aggies (19-10, 15-3 CAA) Washington; Friday, 12 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: N.C. A&T and William & Mary meet in the CAA Tournament. The Aggies have gone 15-3 against CAA opponents, with a 4-7 record in non-conference play. N.C. A&T averages 64.1 points while outscoring opponents by 9.4 points per game. The Tribe's record in CAA games is 9-10. William & Mary is ninth in the CAA with 9.2 offensive rebounds per game led by Kayla Beckwith averaging 1.9. N.C. A&T's average of 4.7 made 3-pointers per game is 1.1 fewer made shots on average than the 5.8 per game William & Mary gives up. William & Mary averages 6.0 more points per game (60.7) than N.C. A&T gives up to opponents (54.7). The teams play each other for the third time this season. N.C. A&T won the last matchup 77-52 on March 7. Jordyn Dorsey scored 27 to help lead N.C. A&T to the victory, and Monet Dance scored 16 points for William & Mary. TOP PERFORMERS: Maleia Bracone is shooting 35.8% from beyond the arc with 1.8 made 3-pointers per game for the Aggies, while averaging 10.7 points, 3.9 assists and 1.9 steals. Dorsey is averaging 15.2 points, 4.5 assists and 2.1 steals over the last 10 games. Bella Nascimento is scoring 16.0 points per game with 3.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists for the Tribe. Cassidy Geddes is averaging 8.3 points and 3.8 rebounds while shooting 28.9% over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Aggies: 8-2, averaging 68.6 points, 34.8 rebounds, 16.5 assists, 7.9 steals and 3.5 blocks per game while shooting 45.1% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 56.0 points per game. Tribe: 3-7, averaging 59.7 points, 31.4 rebounds, 13.0 assists, 7.2 steals and 2.3 blocks per game while shooting 38.1% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 67.2 points. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Associated Press
14-03-2025
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- Associated Press
N.C. A&T plays in CAA Tournament against the William & Mary
Washington; Friday, 12 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: N.C. A&T and William & Mary meet in the CAA Tournament. The Aggies have gone 15-3 against CAA opponents, with a 4-7 record in non-conference play. N.C. A&T averages 64.1 points while outscoring opponents by 9.4 points per game. The Tribe's record in CAA games is 9-10. William & Mary is ninth in the CAA with 9.2 offensive rebounds per game led by Kayla Beckwith averaging 1.9. N.C. A&T's average of 4.7 made 3-pointers per game is 1.1 fewer made shots on average than the 5.8 per game William & Mary gives up. William & Mary averages 6.0 more points per game (60.7) than N.C. A&T gives up to opponents (54.7). The teams play each other for the third time this season. N.C. A&T won the last matchup 77-52 on March 7. Jordyn Dorsey scored 27 to help lead N.C. A&T to the victory, and Monet Dance scored 16 points for William & Mary. TOP PERFORMERS: Maleia Bracone is shooting 35.8% from beyond the arc with 1.8 made 3-pointers per game for the Aggies, while averaging 10.7 points, 3.9 assists and 1.9 steals. Dorsey is averaging 15.2 points, 4.5 assists and 2.1 steals over the last 10 games. Bella Nascimento is scoring 16.0 points per game with 3.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists for the Tribe. Cassidy Geddes is averaging 8.3 points and 3.8 rebounds while shooting 28.9% over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Aggies: 8-2, averaging 68.6 points, 34.8 rebounds, 16.5 assists, 7.9 steals and 3.5 blocks per game while shooting 45.1% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 56.0 points per game. Tribe: 3-7, averaging 59.7 points, 31.4 rebounds, 13.0 assists, 7.2 steals and 2.3 blocks per game while shooting 38.1% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 67.2 points. ___
Associated Press
07-03-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Hofstra Pride take on the North Carolina A&T Aggies in CAA Tournament
The AP Top 25 men's college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here. Washington; Friday, 4:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Pride -7.5; over/under is 125.5 BOTTOM LINE: Hofstra plays in the CAA Tournament against N.C. A&T. The Pride have gone 6-12 against CAA opponents, with an 8-5 record in non-conference play. Hofstra scores 66.6 points while outscoring opponents by 1.4 points per game. The Aggies' record in CAA games is 3-15. N.C. A&T has a 2-13 record in games decided by at least 10 points. Hofstra scores 66.6 points per game, 9.6 fewer points than the 76.2 N.C. A&T allows. N.C. A&T averages 6.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.9 fewer makes per game than Hofstra allows. TOP PERFORMERS: Cruz Davis is scoring 14.5 points per game and averaging 3.8 rebounds for the Pride. German Plotnikov is averaging 1.1 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games. Jahnathan Lamothe is scoring 13.6 points per game with 7.4 rebounds and 2.6 assists for the Aggies. Nikolaos Chitikoudis is averaging 12.3 points and 8.5 rebounds over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Pride: 3-7, averaging 64.4 points, 30.6 rebounds, 12.6 assists, 5.9 steals and 3.9 blocks per game while shooting 42.2% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 66.4 points per game. Aggies: 3-7, averaging 60.7 points, 30.3 rebounds, 10.8 assists, 6.0 steals and 2.4 blocks per game while shooting 41.0% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 69.3 points. ___
Yahoo
06-03-2025
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Hofstra plays in CAA Tournament against the N.C. A&T
North Carolina A&T Aggies (7-24, 3-15 CAA) vs. Hofstra Pride (14-17, 6-12 CAA) Washington; Friday, 4:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Hofstra takes on N.C. A&T in the CAA Tournament. The Pride's record in CAA play is 6-12, and their record is 8-5 against non-conference opponents. Hofstra is 3-4 in games decided by 3 points or fewer. The Aggies are 3-15 against CAA teams. N.C. A&T ranks sixth in the CAA with 23.2 defensive rebounds per game led by Jahnathan Lamothe averaging 6.5. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. Hofstra is shooting 42.9% from the field this season, 1.9 percentage points lower than the 44.8% N.C. A&T allows to opponents. N.C. A&T averages 6.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.9 fewer makes per game than Hofstra gives up. TOP PERFORMERS: Cruz Davis is scoring 14.5 points per game with 3.8 rebounds and 4.2 assists for the Pride. Jean Aranguren is averaging 14.0 points and 5.7 rebounds while shooting 41.0% over the past 10 games. Lamothe is averaging 13.6 points, 7.4 rebounds and 1.5 steals for the Aggies. Nikolaos Chitikoudis is averaging 12.3 points over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Pride: 3-7, averaging 64.4 points, 30.6 rebounds, 12.6 assists, 5.9 steals and 3.9 blocks per game while shooting 42.2% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 66.4 points per game. Aggies: 3-7, averaging 60.7 points, 30.3 rebounds, 10.8 assists, 6.0 steals and 2.4 blocks per game while shooting 41.0% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 69.3 points. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
