Neuse News Athletes of the Week

By Junious Smith III

Rodney Warren, Bethel Christian, football

Warren had a great game Oct. 25, helping the Trojans defeat Northeast-Hobgood Academy 30-14 in the NCISAA 1A semifinals. The senior carried the ball 14 times for 158 yards and scored two touchdowns as Bethel Christian looks to win its second championship in four years.

Favorite food: Pepperoni pizza

Favorite musical artist: Major Nine

One place he would like to travel to: California

Follow him on Instagram at: @Rod2Much

He likes Bethel Christian because: of the environment and small class size

Virginia Edmondson, Arendell Parrott, volleyball

Edmondson played an instrumental role in the Patriots’ playoff wins last week. The junior had 12 kills in a five-set victory over Cary Christian in the NCISAA 3A semifinals Oct. 22, then followed with eight in the championship win over Grace Christian four days later.

Favorite food: Steak

Favorite musical artist: Lil Baby

One place she would like to travel to: Hawaii

Follow her on Instagram at: @virginia_edmondson7

She likes Arendell Parrott because: of the people, coaches and teachers