North Carolina High School Baseball - Avery County nipped by Wilkes Central
February 25, 2026: Wilkesboro, NC 28697 Wilkes Central Eagles (Wilkesboro, NC) supporters went home thrilled Wednesday as they witnessed their baseball team hold off the visiting Avery County Vikings (Newland, NC), 8-7 in a non-league test.
The Eagles now hold a 1-0 record. They take the field next when they travel to St. Stephens for a non-league test on Tuesday, March 3.
The Vikings (0-1) will now prepare for their outing against Elkin (Elkin, NC). The Buckin' Elks come into the non-league test with a 0-0 record.