Cavs, Jackets knocked out in semis, playoffs await

Key Takeaways:

• Lee County and Southern high schools lost their final games to 4A teams.
• Both schools are transitioning from 3A to 6A in an eight-class system.
• The Sandhills Athletic Conference is undergoing structural changes.
• The move to 6A signifies a major shift in their athletic competition.
• The changes take effect in the upcoming fall season.

Final Games Against 4A Teams

The 4A teams were too much for Lee County and Southern in the final game for each team in this incarnation of the Sandhills Athletic Conference. Both local schools faced challenging opponents, marking the end of their journey in the current conference structure.

Transition from 3A to 6A

Come fall, both Lee County and Southern will move from the current 3A class in the four-class system to 6A in an eight-class system. This significant leap represents a major overhaul in the state’s high school athletic classifications, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape for these teams.

Impact on Athletic Competition

The shift to a new class system introduces both opportunities and challenges. While facing new opponents, the schools hope to find a more balanced field that aligns with their capabilities. The good news for both the Cavaliers and the Yellow Jackets is that neither will have to butt heads with larger schools in the forthcoming season.

Looking Ahead to the Fall Season

As the changes take effect, Lee County and Southern are preparing for what lies ahead. Despite recent losses, the teams are poised for a new beginning in the 6A class. The upcoming season holds the promise of renewed competition and the chance to forge new rivalries within the revamped conference framework.

With the close of this season, both schools bid farewell to the familiar and step into a future filled with possibilities. The transition marks not just a change in classification but the start of a new chapter in their athletic histories.