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Cleveland's Cooper Thomas becomes Johnston county's only diver through extra effort
Cooper Thomas has never been afraid to blaze his own trail, or in his case swim it. WRAL's Pat Welter explains why Cooper's extra effort makes him one of a kind in johnston county. -
Analytical on the court and artistic off it, Rocky Mount's Jillian Schrimper wins the Extra Effort Award
Jillian Schrimper says she puts her best foot forward in everything that she does. Her list of activities is long and her hard work is being recognized with WRAL's Tom Suiter Extra Effort award. -
Victoria Langdon's Extra Effort makes her the true definition of a Harnett Central Trojan
You name it Victoria Langdon does it. From basketball to volleyball even leading the school's student section. Her unselfishness and positive attitude make her the epitome of Harnett Central's school spirit. -
Extra Effort: Ella John Dupree is a one woman show for Cape Fear Christian Academy
Ella John Dupree plays six sports, is number one in her class and is the lead many of Cape Fear Christian Academy's musicals. -
Extra Effort: North Johnston's Emily Scott is small but powerful in tennis, softball
Emily Scott never played tennis until her freshman year at North Johnston High School. Now, she is one of the best players in the state and hopes to play in college. -
Middle Creek's Alan Mendoza pays back his family through "extra effort"
Alan Mendoza is a senior linebacker and captain for the Middle Creek football team. He's made himself into a great player through hard work. He credits his work ethic to his parents and his Mexican heritage. -
Extra Effort: Skies the limit for Triton's Logan Morgan
Triton's Logan Morgan earned a starting spot at offensive tackle through hard work. With his work ethic on the field and in the classroom the skies the limit for this aspiring aerospace engineer. -
Extra Effort: Max Garro's soccer IQ gives Wakefield an edge
Soccer is a game played with your feet, but Wakefield's Max Garro is proof it's won with your head. -
Extra Effort: Princeton's Raynor gives back, gives body slams
The offensive line sets the tone for Princeton football and Hunter Raynor sets the tone for the offensive line, with his physical play, but his work in the community as well. -
Extra Effort: West Johnston's Taylor Williams sets others up for success
No one leads the on the court at West Johnston High School like senior Taylor Williams. "She commands the court, she's the setter of our volleyball team," coach Jason McArtan said. -
Extra Effort: Kelsey Hussey is always there for Chatham Central volleyball
Kelsey Hussey's ability is matched by her availability. The Chatham Central volleyball player is always there when her teammates need her and her dedication is encapsulated by her perfect attendance streak. -
Extra Effort Award: Clinton's Dexter Wilson leads Dark Horses to undefeated start
Clinton High School might be the Dark Horses, but they sure aren't underdogs after a 5-0 start to the season with a Thursday night win against Princeton. A big reason for that success - senior football captain Dexter Wilson -
Extra Effort: Inscoe Twins bring competitive edge to Cleveland High School
More times than not, we hand out the Tom Suiter Extra Effort award to just one high schooler each week. We're making an exception for a pair of Cleveland High School Football players. -
Extra Effort: Eno River Academy's Hannah Smith sets others up for success
It's hard to find someone that cares more about Eno River Academy and the students there than senior Hannah Smith. Her volleyball skills and willingness to give back earned her the Tom Suiter Extra Effort Award. -
Extra Effort: Rosewood's Reece Gery always willing to lend a helping "foot"
In soccer goals get all the glory, but sometimes the pass is the most important part. At Rosewood High School, Reece Gery's unselfish playing style and personality earned him the Tom Suiter Extra Effort Award. -
Extra Effort: Rhyleigh Horne lives and plays like there's no tomorrow
Rhyleigh Horne's philosophy is simple, give it your all in everything you do. Her work ethic earned her WRAL's Tom Suiter Extra Effort Award. -
Extra Effort: Bryson Jenkins helps Northern Nash to great heights in two sports
The Northern Nash High School baseball and football programs have improved to become among the best in the state. Part of the reason why is a graduating class of athletes that includes Bryson Jenkins, who excels both on and off the playing field. -
Extra Effort: Mills slugs her way into Cleveland's record book
The Cleveland softball team completed a successful season by advancing to the third round of the 4A state playoffs. A big reason why was the slugging from senior Kassidy Mills who wrapped up a celebrated high school career. -
Extra Effort: Annabel Tu shows dedication through dance
Name a discipline, Annabel Tu can dance it. She's this week's winner of the Tom Suiter Extra Effort Award. -
Extra Effort: Daneesha Briggs lets her shooting do the talking
Some basketball players like to talk, Daneesha Briggs prefers to shoot her shot.
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