Langston Wertz

By Langston Wertz Jr. Updated February 16, 2026 11:27 PM MINT HILL In late January and early February, Independence High’s boys’ basketball team went through a tough stretch, losing four times in six games. Some of it was the schedule; Independence droppe... See more

By Langston Wertz Jr. February 16, 2026 8:58 AM Special to The Observer Key Takeaways Key Takeaways AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Independence hires West Charlotte defensive coordinator Robert Williams as head coach. W... See more

By Langston Wertz Jr. February 16, 2026 5:00 AM Key Takeaways Key Takeaways AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Observer adds Myers Park (boys) and Lincoln Charter (girls) to Sweet 16 polls Rankings compiled by Randall Clark... See more

Langston Wertz Jr. The Charlotte Observer This week, just before National Signing Day, Lenoir-Rhyne assistant Nick Vagnone got a call from a Charlotte-area high school football coach who, it turned out, had a bit of an unusual story. kAm~?6 @7 E96 4@2496D... See more