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elcome to our inaugural High School Football Preview edition! It’s hard to believe there is something we haven’t covered in Cabarrus County over the better part of two decades, but high school football is one of them. We’re counting on you to let us know whether or not this should become an annual tradition.

The very first football game I ever watched was in January, 1983. The Dallas Cowboys were taking on the Minnesota Vikings. With only 10 men on the field for the Cowboys, running back, Tony Dorsett took a handoff from his own 1/2 -yard line and ran all the way for a touchdown. It was a record-setting run that can never be broken, as long as the NFL field is 100 yards in length. Since I was living in Dallas at the time, you can imagine the pandemonium that ensued in our household. I was hooked on football from that moment for life. Now, don’t worry. I’ve since mended my ways and am a full-fledged Carolina Panthers fan today.

Every high school player who takes the field has dreams of being a star in the NFL. These boys aren’t playing for the money. They’re playing because of their love for the game and desire to be a part of something bigger than themselves. They dig in and play hard every snap. It is a tradition across the country that unites us every Friday night each Fall.

This month, we’ve interviewed all nine head coaches in Cabarrus County.

We’ve broken down who they’ve lost since last season, and who is about to step up and fill those shoes. We’re looking at the strengths and weaknesses of each team and are presenting it to you. We appreciate all the coaches participating to make this issue a reality and we hope you enjoy it!

Speaking of football, make sure you tune in to our “Up Front with Cabarrus Magazine” podcast at the beginning of this month, as I will be sitting down with the Voice of the Carolina Panthers, Mick Mixon, at training camp to break down the upcoming Panthers’ season and what we can expect from this team with some big question marks. Later this month, I’ll also be talking to some of the high school coaches, you’ll hear from in this issue, on the podcast as well to hear more of their thoughts as the season approaches! You can find the podcast at cabarrusmagazine.com or subscribe for free on iTunes!

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ach Fall, high school football teams across the country begin their quest for domination and a place in the record books.

Nine teams in Cabarrus County will be doing the same. Only, this year, CM breaks down each team and what you can expect to see on the field.

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he Central Cabarrus Vikings were a force to be reckoned with in the opening half of last season, securing seven straight wins. This was undeniably the team’s best start in recent memory. Hopes were high, and morale was constantly climbing.

But the latter half of the season ended in disappointment. The Viking’s overall record was 8-4 and the squad was defeated in the first round of the playoffs.

A season that began so well and ended as it did would cause many programs to lose steam and lumber into the next season heartbroken. Yet this is not the case for Central Cabarrus at all.

They are hungry and ready to

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Vikings 2018 RECORD

8-4

CONFERENCE

SPC

DIVISION

3A

HEAD COACH

Kenneth McClamrock

take this season head-on with a chip on their shoulder.

Last season’s defense was led outright by senior LB, Derek Boykins, a young man who begins his college career this Fall with the South Carolina Gamecocks. Boykins was certainly the center of Central’s defensive unit and his graduation equated to trouble for the casual fan. However, Vikings Head Coach, Kenneth McClamrock, assured CM the defense would have no trouble filling his shoes and would come back stronger than last season’s squad could have dreamed. McClamrock expects the heart and soul of the Central defense to be the

defensive backs, who have returned three of four starters from last year’s squad. These young men are led by Junior Safety, DeAndre Boykins, brother to the now Gamecock, Derek Boykins. When asked how important Boykins will be in this year’s defense, McClamrock said, “Many people believe he is the number one ranked safety in the nation, and is currently fielding over 25 P5 offers including Clemson, Michigan, Ohio State, Syracuse, Wisconsin, UNC, NC State, Virginia and more.” The impact that Boykins has on the field cannot be understated, but he is not alone. Returning starters Devon Coley and Kevin Clerge, who recently picked up a Division-1 (D1) offer, both serve as lockdown cornerbacks and McClamrock is confident they will step up into leadership roles as well. It is safe to assume passing against the Vikings this year will be nearly impossible.

Also, be on the lookout for linebacker, and future D1 athlete, Logan Anderson, another linebacker, Solomon Faulkner, Elijah Horton at Safety and Raymond Martinez.

On the offensive side of the ball, both DeAndre Boykins and Ke’Shawn Harvey make up the Vikings running

“This may end up being the overall strongest team I have ever been a part of. The kids work hard in the weight room and it shows.”

-Kenneth McClamrock

Notable Player: DeAndre Boykins

“Many people believe he is the number one ranked safety in the nation, and is currently fielding over 25 P5 offers including Clemson, Michigan, Ohio State, Syracuse, Wisconsin, UNC, NC State, Virginia and more.”

-Kenneth McClamrock

attack, both fielding D1 offers.

But no running attack is complete without a strong offensive line, and the line for Central this season is young. McClamrock says, “The development and maturation of the offensive line will tell a lot towards our season’s success.” Luckily, threeyear returning starter, Amir Weston, is there to guide his teammates.

Coach McClamrock feels confident in this team’s ability to be great, and it all comes down to strength and conditioning. “This may end up being the overall strongest team I have ever been a part of. The kids work hard in the weight room and it shows.” This strong work ethic will certainly mix well with Central Cabarrus’s host of natural talent, being arguably the most athletically gifted team in the conference. Yet more than that, McClamrock said his ultimate goal is to grow his players into young men of character who will always strive to do things the right way and seek success on and off the field. He notes, “We want to develop the entire young person, not just the athlete.”

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ew this season is the combined team, consisting of players from Cannon School and Concord First Assembly. Due to a lack of numbers and interest amongst athletes at the two small private schools, they are calling this merger a “cooperative agreement.” The new team will be known as the Cabarrus Warriors.

Their colors will be Black and Vegas Gold and practices, as well as games, will be held at Cannon School’s Randy Marion Field.

Coach Brad Hoover, former head coach of Cannon School and now head coach for the Warriors, said the main goal this offseason has been to build comradery and trust between

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2018 RECORD

N/A

CONFERENCE

NC Independent Schools Athletic Association DIVISION

N/A

HEAD COACH

Brad Hover

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the athletes and coaching staff alike. He says he has already noted great chemistry amongst the coaches and players. Hoover also added no bad blood between these former rivals has gotten in the way of progress. “The kids are excited and acceptive of the merger.” Former NFL coach and head coach for Concord First Assembly, Brad Lamb, will serve as associate head coach alongside Hoover and will coordinate the offensive side of the ball.

Hoover explained the overall mindset of the team is the cooperative agreement will result in more success. The team is larger, so there are more students to fill positions on both sides of

the ball. Prior to the agreement, First Assembly was considering a drop to 8-Man football, were there are only 8 players on each side of the ball, as opposed to 11.

The increased interest has also led to the creation of a junior varsity (JV) team. A JV team is a great addition for football programs. It allows the younger students (typically 9th and 10th grade) to gain much-needed experience on the football field, rather than simply observing from the sidelines as the older students play. Hoover believes the JV team is the biggest gain from the merger and will be pivotal in the foundations of the Cabarrus Warriors program moving forward.

Hoover is excited to finally host the proper combination of skill, size and depth that both these teams have recently lacked.

He even has high expectations for the team’s season, despite being so new. He believes this because the team is growing more comfortable playing with each other by the day. “Leadership is beginning to show and the players are competing.” Only time will tell, but every football fan in Cabarrus County is ready to see how this new squad performs on Friday nights.

“No bad blood between these former rivals has gotten in the way of progress. The kids are excited and acceptive of the merger.”

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he Tiger squad of last year handed Mt. Pleasant a conference title, fashioning the Tigers as the victor for two years in a row, the first time the program has held consecutive titles since the 1950s. The team also secured the seventh seed in the playoffs, but lost to South Point, a traditional powerhouse out of Belmont that has a knack for taking Cabarrus County teams out of playoff contention. Yet Head Coach, Michael Johns, promises morale is high amongst the players and they are excited for the upcoming season and to take another go at the playoffs.

As any team would be, the Tigers are on the prowl for a third conference title. Johns

Tigers 2018 RECORD

6-6

CONFERENCE

Rocky River DIVISION

2A

HEAD COACH

Michael Johns

explains their approach to this season is to take games one at a time, and never overlook an opponent. “If a team focuses too hard on the end game, they’ll lose themselves in the journey,” Johns says.

“I love the ebb and flow of the season.” The regular season is a time to grow as a team and learn how they will achieve success in the future, and the Tigers always keep this truth in mind. However, Johns admits, “Our goal every year is to make it to the state playoffs and make a state title run,” but the young men at Mt. Pleasant know they must maintain their focus at all costs in order to reach their goals.

The Tiger’s 2018 football season started off slow, with three consecutive defeats to 3A teams. Mt. Pleasant, a 2A school, dominates its own conference, and it seems they would go undefeated, or close to it, every single year if these 3A teams were not on the schedule. 3A teams are usually bigger, faster, stronger and deeper. It almost seems unfair for the Tiger squad. However, the 3A teams who gave them losses were all strong teams who produced outstanding seasons, including Northwest Cabarrus, Cox Mill and Central Cabarrus.

Coach Johns is not bothered by these larger teams. In fact, he enjoys the competition and looks forward to facing them each year. The same can be said for his players. In order to beat them, Johns told CM, “We will have to prepare and play with a gritty mental mindset.”

This gritty, tough mindset did a lot for the Tigers last season, accompanied by an impressive ground attack which averaged 250 yards per game. This attack was led by Landon Honeycutt who has since graduated, and a slew of other young men who added a lot of size to the program. Johns explains the team will not have the size it did last year, but the overall athleticism has improved and his guys will always play with high energy. He is fully confident his offense will put up impressive numbers and points this season, but the offensive attack will definitely be more balanced, and Tigers fans are excited to witness this first-hand

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he 2018 season for the Cox Mill Chargers was an exciting one, finishing with eight wins and just four losses to tie the school record for most wins since opening. The Charger team even gave the potent Northwest Cabarrus Trojans a run for their money. The Trojans only managed to best the Chargers by three points in overtime to take the conference title. The Chargers also managed to secure a spot in the state playoffs but were defeated in the first round. Head Coach, Craig Stewart, acknowledges these disappointments and plans to use them as opportunities for growth, both for the team and the program. Stewart’s mentality going into the upcoming season is to improve each week, bringing up the negatives and enhancing the positives, and the wins will take care of themselves.

Cox Mill fielded an impressive defense last year that raked in numerous sacks, forced fumbles

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Chargers 2018 RECORD

8-4

CONFERENCE

SPC

DIVISION

3A

HEAD COACH

Craig Stewart

and more. This effort was led by senior linebackers Ahmad Baruti and Kendall Gilmore.

With the loss of these two impact players that formed the core of the Charger defense, Coach Stewart has placed his faith in defensive back, Wesley Ponidexter and defensive end, DeNorris Hunsucker, to have big seasons.

Bodan Nadal and Cameron Webb are two more young men that Stewart mentions have become leaders on the field. When asked what Cabarrus County could expect from the Charger defense, Stewart responded “Our approach on defense is to bend but don’t break. We don’t want to give up the big play and will try not to put the offense in tough starting positions.”

The condition of the Charger offensive unit is also looking pristine. Running back, Jaylen Barnett is returning for another season and Coach Stewart says to look out for this young man. But it seems the Charger

passing attack may be the most impactful and game-changing part of the team. Quarterback, Varney Farhnbulla has worked extremely hard this offseason according to Stewart and is ready to lead the offense. The quarterback spot is arguably the most important position on the offense and Cox Mill has theirs secured and ready to play, along with three explosive receivers, Berry Roberson, Christian Henry and Luke Sutton.

Cox Mill is undoubtedly a team everyone in Cabarrus County is ready to watch, and many fans have burning questions. Where is the Charger focus right now? Is the team hungry for the conference title or are they seeking a run deep into the playoffs? When asked these questions, Coach Stewart simply answered, “Every team wants to be the conference champion, but we focus on the things we can control. We want to have each player improve on their individual position techniques, grow as a team, and be accountable to each other.”

At the end of the day, that is what football is all about. Growth, teamwork, and accountability. When these aspects come together for a team, the result is truly frightening for their opponents and Cox Mill is ready to make it happen.

“We want to have each player improve on their individual position techniques, grow as a team, and be accountable to each other.”

-Craig Stewart

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he Jay M. Robinson Bulldogs’ 2018 season was one of those “middle of the road” years that is easy to overlook. The Bulldogs went 6-6. It wasn’t what the team and fans had hoped for, but it wasn’t a disaster. There’s room for growth, without having to totally reconstruct the program and Head Coach, Richard Williams, is ready to win some games.

Williams says Robinson’s first-round playoff loss to Tuscola High School by a mere seven points has had little to no effect on the team’s mentality going into this season. “With a new year comes new hope,” Williams notes. “I’m sure it affected the seniors who were leaving, but the juniors and sophomores, who are now seniors and juniors, are really looking forward to this season.”

Bulldogs 2018 RECORD

6-6

CONFERENCE

SPC

DIVISION

3A

HEAD COACH

Richard Williams

The loss of the Class of 2019 has opened numerous spots, especially on the offensive side. Coach Williams informed CM that the offensive line and quarterback regiments will be young. However, there are serious athletes among the offensive ranks, such as Terrence Chapman and, as long as they can get the ball to those young men, the offense should produce. The defense appears to be more solid, with multiple returning starters such as Andre Hamilton, Memphis Jones, Tyler Perkins and Amari Budd. Coach Williams expects a lot from these young men.

In fact, many of these guys will be playing on both sides of the ball. The quarterback who is expected to start for the Bulldogs is currently Kam Robinson, but the team has also tried Memphis Jones, the lead linebacker, at the

spot as well. Andre Hamilton, a safety, is also expected to run the ball. With these players playing both sides, they can’t play an entire game at full capacity, so Williams plans to implement a rotational system that will give these athletes a breather. That being said, players on the sidelines have to always be ready to play.

With that mentality in mind, every player at Robinson this season is being treated as a starter. “We want three or four guys at each position,” Williams told CM. “We don’t have a first and second team.

We try to even out our reps as much as possible for every player.”

Therefore, Cabarrus County teams can expect the Bulldogs to always have fresh players on the field, all experienced, and all ready to go.

Coach Williams explains that the team’s focus is currently on Mt. Pleasant, the Bulldogs’ first game. “We want to start off well,” Williams says. “I know it’s cliché, but we want to keep improving every week.” The Bulldogs’ schedule is well-suited for conference play this season.

The first six opponents are all non-conference and the remaining five are conference teams, with the two sets of games separated with a bye week. “This will allow us to figure out what’s working and what’s not and be able to move some personnel around before we begin to focus on our conference games.” So, be ready for Robinson to come into the conference having found their rhythm.

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he Ragin’ Bulls of Hickory Ridge were recently moved to 4A, much to the disappointment of Cabarrus County football fans. Hickory Ridge’s rivalries with SPC schools will persist, but it’s not quite the same since conference competition is no longer a factor. The Ragin’ Bulls experienced great success in their first year of 4A play, finishing with an incredible record of 12-3. Yet, this past year was a different story, finishing 5-6. The team was unable to make the state playoffs. New Head Coach, Jupiter Wilson, a former Tarheel offensive lineman, plans to utilize a combination of tactics, strength, conditioning and discipline to return to glory. He believes once the Bulls are back at the top, consistency will keep them there.

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Ragin’ Bulls 2018 RECORD

5-6

CONFERENCE

Southwestern Conference DIVISION

4A

HEAD COACH

Jupiter Wilson

Speaking of Jupiter Wilson being the new Head Coach, it is public knowledge that former head coach, Sam Greiner, was coach one morning and by the afternoon he had resigned. Wilson was suddenly named the new leader and the details of the transition are largely unknown. Certainly, there was a period of adjustment and confusion among the coaching staff and players, but Wilson states that the transition was smooth. “I was able to respond as needed. My kids were able to respond as well. I had a feel for the kids in the community and that helped.” Wilson is not a stranger to being Head Coach, as he leads the Hickory Ridge track team and uses his knowledge as a former Tarheel football player to better his coaching methods. Wilson’s

philosophy is simple. “My job is to coach them hard and love them even harder.”

The Ragin’ Bulls squad of last year was known for a stout defense that forced fumbles and raked in numerous sacks.

Coach Wilson promises fans and spectators can expect the same from this year’s defensive unit, with an improved set of linebackers and defensive backs.

The offensive line, Coach Wilson’s expertise, is also expected to be one of the stronger parts of the team, if not the strongest. These young men are impact players and leaders who dig deep in the trenches and move the line of scrimmage forward.

As with every team, the loss of seniors leaves room for new leaders to step up. Wilson notes the leadership has come from a collection of young men this season, including defensive back, Jaylen Nicholson, offensive lineman, Kaiyon Courtney and linebacker, Charlie Blazi.

The Raging Bulls seem as ready as ever to take this season head on. Their first game is on the road at Central High School, out of Pageland, South Carolina, followed by four games in their old conference stomping grounds.

Cabarrus County is always excited to see what the Ragin’ Bulls can produce. Coach Wilson and his team plan to deliver.

“My job is to coach them hard and love them even harder.”

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or the past couple of decades, the A.L Brown Wonders have been strong contenders both in their conference and the playoffs.

In fact, they have currently experienced 29 seasons in a row without a losing record and plan to continue the streak well into the future. However, it all came uncomfortably close to an end last season, a season that resulted in a 6-6 finish, one loss away from breaking this incredible streak. The Wonders fought hard in every game they played, but the season ended on a low note, with a first-round defeat in the playoffs. Head Coach, Mike Newsome, assured CM he would not let this loss affect the team’s morale, saying “Every team, except the eight teams that win state titles, finish with a loss. We had a down year

Wonders 2018 RECORD

6-6

CONFERENCE

SPC

DIVISION

3A

HEAD COACH

Mike Newsome

last season, and we all know that we have to do better.”

Newsome relied heavily on his seniors last season, including Jordan Medley, Justin Holsclaw, and Jaron Cooper to name a few. These young men were leaders on and off the field, and their lack will be felt. New leaders must now rise to fill these holes. Coach Newsome expects Jatarius Mason, Jaren Lipscomb, Xavier Jordan, Josiah Cauthen and Austin Grunden to be among the players how take on those leadership roles. “We are depending on these men a lot this year for that leadership”, said Newsome, and Kannapolis, as well as Cabarrus County, is excited to see what they can produce.

Of course, it’s always about the Battle for the Bell. The A.L Brown Wonders and the Concord

Spiders have had a continuous rivalry since 1931, which stands as the 15th oldest rivalry in the United States, and the absolute oldest in North Carolina. In 1950, the two schools received something to play for, a railroad bell.

Tradition goes that whoever wins the “Bell Game”, gets to keep or take the bell and paint it in their colors. For the past four years, the Wonders have kept the Kelly Green and White painted bell safely within their walls. After four consecutive wins over the Spiders, it is possible the Wonders have become complacent in their victories. When asked about this, Newsome responded “The Bell Game is such a huge game, I hope they never get complacent going into it. It is also a game, no matter the records, that everyone wants to win. We will be preparing to win the bell this year, as in any year.”

Overall, Coach Newsome has very high expectations for this upcoming season’s Wonder squad.

He says the team still has obstacles to overcome, but they undoubtedly have the makings of a top-notch program. All the Wonders have to do is put all their strengths together and play at the level at which they are capable.

“Every team, except the eight teams that win state titles, finish with a loss. We had a down year last season, and we all know that we have to do better.”

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he Concord Spiders have been a dominate force in North Carolina since the early 2000’s. The Spiders secured state championship titles in both 2004 and 2006, were back-to-back state runner-up in 2012 and 2013 and have always been major playoff contenders. Concord certainly has a tradition for excellence and victory on the field. But the 2018 season was not a typical year for the Spider squad, winning just one of their eleven games with new Head Coach, and a former Spider, Marty Paxton at the helm. It is always tough for a team when a new coaching staff is introduced, with new methods, new styles, and new tactics, but Paxton is confident that Concord will make a hasty return 16 | Cabarrus Magazine

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1-10

CONFERENCE

SPC

DIVISION

3A

HEAD COACH

Marty Paxton

to the tradition of winning championships. “We will take it one week at a time,” Paxton told CM, “building on our successes each week. We will build on our positives from last season and try to improve on the negatives. The formula has

been successful for me in the past and I plan to continue.”

The graduation of the Class of 2019 was heartbreaking for the Spiders, graduating now college athletes Jordan Heilig, Clint Bost, and Sam Hartsell. Hartsell, who is now a Wingate Bulldog, also made an impressive appearance at the Shrine Bowl. The Spiders also lost Running-back Lester “LJ” Currie, who had a productive junior season but has since transferred schools, as well as many other performers.

Paxton says, “It’s always hard to replace good players but in sports you have to do it each year. I wish we had them all coming back but that’s the nature of the game.” Luckily for Concord High School, there are 12 returningstarters this season, and a handful of newcomers who Paxton believes will make an impact on the field, including Zay McRae-Bostick, Landon Cruz-Cline, Sam Cochran,

Jacori James Elijah Smith, and Jameson Hackett.

The Spiders may have had a tough season, but during the famous Bell Game against the A.L. Brown Wonders, they put 35 points on the board.

Clearly, the team had potential. When asked how he planned to wake that potential, Paxton responded, “We have been working hard on the fundamentals of football and our strength and conditioning, as well as mastering our offensive and defensive schemes.”

Yet aside from the obvious, Paxton plans to usher in a new culture for his program, a culture of unity and playing for each other, as opposed to individual glory. Paxton notes, “It’s all about the culture you create.” The team has focused on team building activities, including “adopting” a highway. The coaching staff implements weekly competition into the practice schedule to fuel the young men’s competitive spirit. It looks like the Spiders are ready to take on the year, the Bell Game and potentially the playoffs. Without a doubt, Spiders fans are anxious to see what Paxton and his guys can produce

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“We will build on our positives from last season and try to improve on the negatives.”

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orthwest finished with an astonishing 13-1 record last season, losing their only game deep into the playoffs, two games away from the state championship. The Trojans secured their first conference championship since 1987, their first perfect regular season record in program history, as well as a top seed in the playoffs. It was a dream season for the team. When asked how he plans to continue this success, Coach Brandon Gentry said working harder than they did last year is the best way to go about it, along with seeking new ways to improve and maintaining a focus and drive to be better.

The Trojans sole loss came in the playoffs last season. It was undoubtedly hard and disappointing for the team.

Coach Gentry told CM he was “definitely more upset by the

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Trojans 2018 RECORD

13-1

CONFERENCE

SPC

DIVISION

3A

HEAD COACH

Brandon Gentry

loss than his team”. Rather than allow it to hurt their morale, however, Gentry says the team used the loss as a catalyst to build on heading into this season. “The loss has made them work harder and focused on improving their past mistakes. The Trojans aren’t stressed, and they’re ready to go.”

The Trojans graduated the Cabarrus County defensive player of the year, Joe Camara.

The lack of Camara this offseason certainly left room for other members of the defense to step up and fill his shoes. Coach Gentry says Karsen Perkins, who amassed 13 sacks last season, as well as Cam Saunders, who Gentry says is “all dawg”, are two he expects to possess leadership roles. But the heart and soul of the defense, in his opinion, is Andre Hill, who they call “the animal”. Gentry notes the other

defensive players feed their drive from his.

Northwest also hosted the county’s offensive player of the year, Tyrese Blake, who ran for 36 touchdowns and approximately 2500 yards last season. Coach Gentry, for his part, hopes Blake doesn’t have to put up the same numbers he did last season, and the weight will be distributed across numerous shoulders this season. In fact, Gentry expects a lot of playmakers on the offensive side of the ball and wants Blake, whom Gentry believes has the potential to play at the college level, to be fresh for the playoff push.

Coach Gentry also says to be on the lookout for Nick WildsLawing, Braxton Shipp, Kenneth Pierce, Avarion Cole and Marquan Williams. He notes they will be problems for other teams.

As far as Northwest’s goals, they are pushing for a state championship and believe they can reach that high of a goal.

However, they must take games one at a time and not overlook any team on their schedule. The Trojans are determined to not only win every single game they play this upcoming season, but every practice and every rep.

“The loss has made them work harder and focused on improving their past mistakes. The Trojans aren’t stressed, and they’re ready to go.”

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Central Cabarrus 2019 Schedule

This Season’s Match-ups Times and dates subject to change. Check your school’s website for more information.

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8/30

vs. Sun Valley

7pm

9/6

@ Mt. Pleasant

7pm

9/13

@ Providence

7pm

9/20

vs. Hunter Huss

7pm

9/27

vs. Clinton

7pm

10/4

Bye

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10/11

@ A.L. Brown

7pm

10/18

vs. Northwest Cabarrus

7pm

10/25

vs. Concord

7pm

11/1

@ Cox Mill

7pm

11/8

@ JM Robinson

7:30pm

Mt. Pleasant 2019 Schedule

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@ North Raleigh

7pm

8/23

vs. JM Robinson

7:30pm

8/23

vs. Statesville Christian

7pm

8/30

@ Northwest Cabarrus

7:30pm

8/30

@ Mitchell

7:30pm

9/6

vs. Central Cabarrus

7pm

9/6

@ Christ School

7pm

9/13

@ Concord

7:30pm

9/13

Bye

-

9/20

@ South Stanley

7:30pm

9/20

vs. Commonwealth

7pm

9/27

vs. Cox Mill

7:30pm

9/27

Bye

-

10/4

@ East Rowan

7:30pm

10/4

vs Southlake Christian

7pm

10/11

Bye

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10/11

vs. Rabun Gap-Nacoochee

7pm

10/18

vs Anson

7:30pm

10/18

@ Metrolina Christian

7pm

10/25

@ Forest Hills

7:30pm

10/25

vs. Victory Christian

7pm

11/1 11/8

vs Montgomery Central 7:30pm @ West Stanley

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Cox Mill 2019 Schedule

Jay M Robinson 2019 Schedule

8/23

@ Lake Norman

7pm

8/23

@ Mt. Pleasant

7:30pm

8/30

vs. Parkwood

7:30pm

8/30

@ Marvin Ridge

7:30pm

9/6

@ West Rowan

7:30pm

9/6

vs Monroe

7:30pm

9/13

@ Hickory Ridge

7:30pm

9/13

vs Cuthbertson

7:30pm

9/20

Bye

-

9/20

@ Anson Sr.

7:30pm

9/27

@ Mt. Pleasant

7:30pm

9/27

@ Statesville

7:30pm

10/4

vs Northwest Cabarrus

7pm

10/4

Bye

-

10/11

vs Concord

7:30pm

10/11

vs Northwest Cabarrus

7pm

10/18

vs A.L. Brown

7:30pm

10/18

@ Concord

7:30pm

10/25

@ JM Robinson

7:30pm

10/25

vs. Cox Mill

7:30pm

11/1

vs Central Cabarrus

7pm

11/1

@ A.L. Brown

7:30pm

11/8

@ Northwest Cabarrus

7pm

11/8

vs Central Cabarrus

7:30pm

Hickory Ridge 2019 Schedule

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8/23

@ Central Cabarrus

7pm

8/30

vs. Concord

7pm

9/6

Bye

-

9/13

vs Cox Mill

7:30pm

9/20

@ Northwest Cabarrus

7pm

9/27

@ Independence

7pm

10/4

vs Garinger

7:30pm

10/11

vs Rocky River

7:30pm

10/18

@ Butler

7pm

10/25

vs. Butler

7pm

11/1

vs East Meck

7:30pm

11/8

@ Porter Ridge

7:30pm

A.L. Brown 2019 Schedule

Concord 2019 Schedule

8/23

vs. Ashbrook

7:30pm

8/23

@ Pinecrest

7:30pm

8/30

Bye

-

8/30

@ Hickory Ridge

7:30pm

9/6

vs. Mooresville

7:30pm

9/6

vs Sun Valley

7:30pm

9/13

vs. West Rowan

TBA

9/13

vs Mt. Pleasant

7:30pm

9/20

Bye

-

9/20

@ Statesville

7:30pm

9/27

@ Davie

TBA

9/27

Bye

-

10/4

vs. Jesse Carson

7:30pm

10/4

@ West Rowan

7:30pm

10/11

vs. Central Cabarrus

7pm

10/11

@ Cox Mill

7:30pm

10/18

@ Cox Mill

7:30pm

10/18

vs JM Robinson

7:30pm

10/25

@ Northwest Cabarrus

7:30pm

10/25

@ Central Cabarrus

7pm

11/1

vs. JM Robinson

7:30pm

11/1

vs Northwest Cabarrus

7pm

11/8

vs. Concord

7:30pm

11/8

@ A.L. Brown

7:30pm

Northwest Cabarrus 2019 Schedule 8/23

@ Forestview

7pm

8/30

vs Mt. Pleasant

7pm

9/6

@ Carson

7pm

9/13

vs. Marvin Ridge

7pm

9/20

vs. Hickory Ridge

7pm

9/27

Bye

-

10/4

@ Cox Mill

7pm

10/11

@ JM Robinson

7pm

10/18

@ Central Cabarrus

7pm

10/25

vs A.L. Brown

7pm

11/1

@ Concord

7pm

11/8

vs Cox Mill

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According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, breastfed babies have lower incidence of: • Asthma • Leukemia (during childhood) • Obesity (during childhood) • Ear infections • Eczema (atopic dermatitis) • Diarrhea and vomiting • Lower respiratory infections • Necrotizing (NEK-roh-TEYE-zing) enterocolitis (en-TUR-oh-coh-LYT-iss), a disease that affects the gastrointestinal tract in premature babies, or babies born before 37 weeks of pregnancy • Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) • Type 2 diabetes In August, Cannon Pharmacy acknowledges World Breastfeeding Week and its motto for 2019 which is “Empower Parents, Enable Breastfeeding”. The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action [WABA] states: “Empowerment is a process that requires evidence-based unbiased information and support to create the enabling environment where mothers can breastfeed optimally.

Breastfeeding is in the mother’s domain and when fathers, partners, families, workplaces, and communities support her, breastfeeding improves. We can all support this process, as breastfeeding is a team effort. To enable breastfeeding we all need to protect, promote and support it.”

When new moms go back to work, breastfeeding becomes a complex decision to make to include where to pump, how to schedule feedings, etc. The North Carolina Breastfeeding Coalition has helpful tools for businesses, hospitals, daycare centers, and workplaces to become breastfeeding friendly.

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can make a difference, or for breastfeeding support, check out these websites: • waba.org.my • LLLOfNC.org/groups/charlotte • ncbfc.org • www.cabarrushealth.org In order to empower parents, Cannon Pharmacy has created a pediatric flyer that

lists common medications children are prescribed, the common side effects, and a place for you to record your child’s medication history. It has the poison control line and place to list the doctor’s contact information. Please call 704-886-0840 and speak with Arin Jackling if you would like one emailed or mailed to you.

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Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 45 minutes Servings: 6 WHITE BARBECUE SAUCE • 1 cup mayonnaise • 1/2 cup cider vinegar • 2 tablespoons Zatarain’s Creole Mustard • 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish • 1/2 teaspoon McCormick Coarse Ground Black Pepper

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WHAT’S NEW IN CABARRUS COUNTY

Stars and Strikes Reportedly to Take Over Abandoned Super K-Mart Space in Concord

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tars and Strikes, an entertainment center with bowling alleys, laser tag, an arcade, as well as a restaurant and even bumper cars, will be coming to Concord in the summer of 2020, according to a Facebook page recently launched by the company. CM reached out to the corporate headquarters for comment but received no response.

According to the website, the company was founded by Jack Canouse and Chris Alban, from Cumming, GA. With the desire for a place where people of all ages could go to have “clean, safe fun”, they began to plan. In 2005, they opened their first location in Cumming, “and the dream became a reality.” More locations inside Georgia, as well as others in Huntsville, AL, Smyrna, TN and Summerville, SC, soon followed.

If the information posted is accurate, the addition of an entertainment center to the empty retail space that sits

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on Concord Parkway, where the Super K-Mart was once located, would be a welcome one and provide several jobs to the area. It appears this will be the company’s second location inside North Carolina, with the only other location in Raleigh. We will keep you posted, as this story develops.

Cabarrus Tops National Digital Counties Survey Ranking

The Center for Digital Government (CDG) and the National Association of Counties (NACo) recently announced Cabarrus County as a winner of the 17th anniversary Digital Counties Survey. Cabarrus ranked first nationally among its population category, 150,000-249,999.

The survey, conducted by CDG in partnership with NACo, identifies the best technology practices among U.S. counties, including initiatives that streamline delivery of

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“Innovative counties across the U.S. are leveraging technology and data to complete unique projects that better serve citizens, save taxpayer money and protect citizen data.”

—Teri Takai, executive director, CDG

government services, encourage open data, foster collaboration and shared services, enhance cybersecurity and contribute to disaster response and recovery efforts.

In its announcement, the CDG highlighted Cabarrus County’s data governance measures for cybersecurity, which include; Staff training, awareness and testing, balancing security while providing usability and creating government transparency while protecting data security.

The CDG also recognized the County’s work to leverage IT spending across diverse business functions. “We want to only spend a tax Debbie Brannan dollar once and use it multiple times,” said Debbie Brannan, Cabarrus County area manager of innovation and technology.

Projects that follow the valuebased strategy include; collaborating on multijurisdictional planning and permitting, leveraging existing data centers to support the needs of Cabarrus County and Kannapolis City school districts, as well as implementing a multi-jurisdictional mass communication solution “Innovative counties across the U.S. are leveraging technology and data to complete unique projects that better serve citizens, save taxpayer

money and protect citizen data,” said Teri Takai, executive director, CDG. “The Center for Digital Government congratulates this year’s winners for their accomplishments to make government work for the citizens and businesses they serve.”

“We applaud this year’s Digital Counties Survey winners for maximizing the value of technology in serving our residents,” said NACo Executive Director Matthew Chase.

“Technology plays an important role in achieving healthy, safe and vibrant counties. The Digital Counties Survey demonstrates how we embrace cuttingedge approaches to strengthening our communities.”

Cabarrus previously ranked third in 2018, fifth in 2017, sixth in 2016, seventh in 2015, second in 2014, and eighth in both 2012 and 2013.

For the complete list of winners, visit https://www.govtech.com/dc/

articles/Digital-Counties-Survey-2019Results.html.

Cabarrus Native, A Former Convict, Graduates As Scholar Of Global Distinction Demarcus Cousar isn’t your typical benefactor. In fact, a little over a decade ago he was in prison, just hoping to earn his GED. His vision did not include going to college or becoming someone who focused on giving back to the world. Today, he is a passionate advocate for the homeless and looks for ways to make a positive impact and improve his community.

Cousar graduated during RowanCabarrus Community College’s commencement ceremonies in May as the College’s 2019 Scholars of Global Distinction, along with fellow graduate and Haiti native, Rachelle Colas. As participants in the North Carolina Global Distinction Initiative

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“These two students are absolutely incredible, giving, inspirational people. They overcame many obstacles and rose to become outstanding students and citizens.

We are so proud to say they are graduates of Rowan-Cabarrus Community College.”

—Carrie Waldrop,

(NCGDI), a partnership between community colleges and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, they immersed themselves in a vigorous program to develop global awareness and skills.

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incredible, giving, inspirational people,” said Carrie Waldrop, a Rowan-Cabarrus English instructor who works with the Global Distinction program. “They overcame many obstacles and rose to become outstanding students and citizens.

We are so proud to say they are graduates of Rowan-Cabarrus Community College.”

Students who participate in the Global Distinction Initiative complete intensive course work, as well as attend special speaking engagements, cultural festivals, film screenings and other events with an international flavor.

Global Distinction students complete a minimum of 30 hours in a domestic intercultural experience and create a project to connect their program experience with their academic and career interests.

Cousar’s experience with the Global Distinction program culminated in a heartfelt 23-minute documentary

film on homelessness in his native Cabarrus County.

“I learned that, in my own backyard, there are hundreds of people – including children – who are homeless,” said Cousar, who earned his Associate in Arts degree at RowanCabarrus and plans to continue his education at a four-year university, pursuing a double major in film and marine biology. Ultimately, he would like to direct films that impact audiences across multiple genres.

“It became my purpose to tell the story of the homeless,” he said. “With increased global awareness, I now think with my spirit whenever I see a seemingly desolate stranger beside a store. I have realized they want to be heard by someone, somewhere, but there is no one there to listen for whatever myriad of reasons.”

Cousar plans to travel to Haiti along with Colas this summer to assist in distributing supplies to the people there. “After learning that the orphanage Rachelle had visited had only one bottle of peroxide and some bandages, I felt compelled to help in any way possible to make an impact,” he said.

“These students are shining examples of starting where you are and going as far as you can go,” said Dr. Carol S. Spalding, RowanCabarrus president. “It warms my heart to see Rachelle and Demarcus immerse themselves in their education here at Rowan-Cabarrus, embracing their experiences and passion to make a difference in the world.”

Summer Showcase Winners Announced

On July 18, Carolina Mall hosted its 2nd annual Summer Showcase. The events consisted of

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The certificate is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and is considered a significant accomplishment by the County and its management. vendor tables from local businesses, offering giveaways and samples, entertainment at the main stage, as well as demonstrations.

Cabarrus Magazine’s publisher, Jason Huddle, served as emcee.

In addition, voting was also held for residents to choose their favorite businesses in a variety of categories one week prior to this year’s event at www.ourcityfavorites. com. The winners were announced at the conclusion of the event and they were as follows: • Arts & Entertainment: Let’s Dance Studio • Business & Services: Concord Police Dept.

• Clubs & Organizations: Cabarrus Meals on Wheels • Fitness, Sports & Recreation: Cannon Memorial YMCA • Food & Restaurants: Chick-fil-A (Carolina Mall) • Health: Five Oaks Rehabilitation • Retail: S&D Coffee Retail Market Center Over 53 local businesses participated in this year’s event, as opposed to only a handful last year.

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County Earns National Award for Financial Management The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada has

Employees of the Cabarrus County Finance Department present their 34th consecutive certificate of Achievement for Excellence.

awarded Cabarrus County the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 34th consecutive year.

The award was recently presented to the Cabarrus County Finance Department.

The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting award was in recognition of the County’s FY18 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)—a year-end evaluation (or audit) of the budget that closed on June 30, 2018.

The certificate is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and is considered a significant accomplishment by the County and its management.

According to GFOA, the County’s report demonstrated a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communicate the financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the document.

The County’s CAFR presents the financial statements in three distinct sections: An introductory section containing general information about the structure, services and environment of the County.

A financial section that includes basic financial statements found at the core of financial reporting, including governmentwide financial statements, fund financial statements and notes for the statements. The financial section also includes information on individual funds.

A statistical section that provides trend data and non-financial data useful in interpreting the basic financial statements and important for evaluating economic condition.

For more information or to view the CAFR, visit www.cabarruscounty.us/resources/ comprehensive-annualfinancial-reports.

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OUT & ABOUT IN CABARRUS COUNTY

KALEIDESCOPE ART FESTIVAL & ZOMBIE WALK August 24 • 4pm – 8pm Downtown Kannapolis • 4th annual Kannapolis Arts Zombie Walk and Arts Festival kicks off on North Research Campus Drive • Come celebrate “Halloween” early with the festival, which will include people dressing up in costume to get into the Halloween spirit and at 7:30pm • Zombie walk around the North Carolina Research Campus 704-920-4311; www.kannapolisnc.gov

PIEDMONT FARMERS MARKET Every Saturday • 8am - Noon 518 Winecoff School Road, Concord • Open year-round. Fresh local produce, honey, free-range eggs, antibiotic- and hormone-free beef, chicken and pork.

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MOVIES IN THE PARK: BUMBLEBEE August 2 • 8:30 pm–10:30pm Village Park, Kannapolis • Bring your blankets or lawn chairs to watch Bumblebee on the big screen 704-920-4311 www.kannapolisnc.gov

YOGA FOR CHARITY August 3 • 9am-10am Rotary Square Pavilion 111 Union Street, Concord • Donation based yoga class for ALL levels - Cash Donations only.

• Liz Stoddard will instruct • All proceeds & donations from this class will go to Christian Co-op Ministry www.lotuslivingartsstudio.com

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT August 6 • 5pm-8pm Veterans Park, Kannapolis • Annual community-building campaign promoting a true sense of community and provides a great opportunity to bring

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police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.

• Festivities include food, children’s games and much more www.kannapolisnc.gov

THURSDAYS ON MAIN: THE EMBERS August 8 • 6pm–9pm Veteran’s Park, Kannapolis • Bring your blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy some great music • Free admission 704-920-4311 www.kannapolisnc.gov

MORNINGSIDE CRUISE-IN August 10 • 10am-1pm 500 Penny Lane NE, Concord • 8th Annual Cruise In to benefit The Alzheimer’s Association • Hot dogs and drinks will be for sale • $20 for car entry, free to attend otherwise • For more info, contact Catherine Brown or Tammy Brown: (704) 795-1200

ROCKIN’ THE BURG August 10 • 7pm-9pm Harrisburg Park, Harrisburg • Featuring: A1A “The Official & Original Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band” • Food trucks, children’s activities, including an inflatable and other outdoor yard games, and live music!

• Bring your lawn chairs and blankets.

Leashed pets are welcome.

• Harrisburg Park is a tobacco and alcoholfree park. www.harrisburgnc.org

CONCERT IN THE PARK: RICK SPRINGFIELD (FIREWORKS TOO!) August 10 • 7pm-10pm Village Park Kannapolis • Bring your blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy some great music by the legendary Rick Springfield • Fireworks after the show!

• Free admission 704-920-431 www.kannapolisnc.gov

2ND SATURDAY OPEN STUDIOS AT CLEARWATER ARTIST STUDIOS August 11 • 10am-4pm 223 Crowell Drive N.W., Concord • Several art studios on premises will be open with resident artists present to talk to, watch work, etc.

704-784-9535; clearwaterartists.com

VETERANS BREAKFAST 2nd Monday of Each Month (August 12) • 9:00am Mt. Pleasant Senior Center 8615 Park Drive, Mt. Pleasant • All military veterans/spouses invited • Join us for breakfast, speakers and fellowship every month!

Call 704-920-3484 to RSVP

COMPLETE YOUR ADVANCED DIRECTIVE August 13 • 5-7 pm Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Parkway, Harrisburg • A free opportunity to review and sign your Health Care Power of Attorney and Living Will forms • Have your advance directive forms notarized free of charge • Learn what to do with your completed

advance directive • To get copies of the forms or to contact us, visit AtriumHealth.org/ YourCareYourChoice

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS August 13 • 5:00-6:30pm Twenty-Six Acres Brewing Company 7285 West Winds Blvd N.W., Concord • Premier networking event for business professionals; a relationship-building experience held in a relaxed setting that benefits you and your company through added contacts and resources.

• Free for Chamber members; Guests contact Alison Paladino: 704-782-4000

MOVIES ON MEANS: THE WOLF MAN August 15 • 8:30pm – 11:30pm Historic Downtown Concord • Come and enjoy the horror classic, The Wolf Man, under the stars in downtown Concord!

• Movie starts at dark!

• Free popcorn! Beer and wine available for purchase.

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704-784-4208; www. concorddowntown.com

STRIDES FOR STROKE 5K August 17 • 8am – 10am Intimidators Stadium, Kannapolis • Presented by Carolinas Healthcare System • Part of the Run Kannapolis 5K Race Series • Help us bring awareness and support our local stroke survivors and their families.

• All proceeds from this event will benefit Cabarrus Stroke Support Group.

Register at runkannapolis.com

STORIES UNDER THE STARS: STEVE LANGELY SOAP BOX CIRCUS August 17 • 7pm – 8pm Kannapolis Library 850 Mountain St., Kannapolis • Join us for this unique literary performing arts event.

• Programs are geared toward families with children of all ages.

704-920-4311; www.kannapolisnc.gov

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY August 31 • All Day Historic Downtown Concord • Make a purchase at any participating business and enter into a drawing for $100 in Downtown Concord Dollars to be spent in participating businesses.

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Cannon Pharmacies ............................ 22 Multiple locations in Concord and Kannapolis www.cannonpharmacies.com

Old Courthouse Theatre....................... 2 49 Spring St., NW Concord, NC 28025 704-788-2405 www.octconcord.com

CBD Oil Product Retail Sales Your CBD Store...................................... 3 9 Union St., Ste. 110 Concord, NC 28025 11855 N. Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28262 ConcordNC.CBDrx4u.com

Churches New Hope Worship Center .................. 2 452 Brookwood Ave., NE Concord, NC 28025 704-786-0155 www.newhopewc.org

Funeral Homes Wilkinson Funeral Home ...................... 9 100 Branchview Dr. NE Concord, NC 28025 704-786-3168 www.wilkinsonfuneralhome.com

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Qualification: Advertised price requires credit qualification and 24-month commitment. Upfront activation and/or receiver upgrade fees may apply based on credit qualification. Offer ends 11/13/19. Early termination fee of $20/mo. remaining applies if you cancel early. America's Top 120 programming package, local channels, HD service fees, and Hopper Duo Smart DVR for 1 TV. Programming package upgrades ($69.99 for AT120+, $79.99 for AT200, $89.99 for AT250), monthly fees for upgraded or additional receivers ($5-$7 per additional TV, receivers with additional functionality may be $10-$15). Taxes & surcharges, add-on programming (including premium channels), DISH Protect, and transactional fees. 3 Mos. Free: After 3 mos., you will be billed $30/mo. for Showtime, Starz, and DISH Movie Pack unless you call or go online to cancel. All packages, programming, features, and functionality and all prices and fees not included in price lock are subject to change without notice. After 6 mos., if selected, you will be billed $9.99/mo. for DISH Protect Silver unless you call to cancel. After 2 years, then-current everyday prices for all services apply. For business customers, additional monthly fees may apply. Free standard professional installation only. All new customers are subject to a one time processing fee. All gift card offers require credit qualification and minimum hardware and programming selection. Call for details.