Chosen 9 Archives - Warrenist | Warren County NC Arts Culture Lifestyle Events Calendar Warrenton Norlina Littleton News https://warrenist.com/tag/chosen-9/ Warren County NC Warrenton Norlina Littleton News Arts Culture Lifestyle Events Calendar Mon, 18 May 2026 17:29:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://warrenist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-Copy-of-The-Warrenist-warren-county-nc-blog-summer-20203-32x32.png Chosen 9 Archives - Warrenist | Warren County NC Arts Culture Lifestyle Events Calendar Warrenton Norlina Littleton News https://warrenist.com/tag/chosen-9/ 32 32 165855427 Dear Coach McRae and ‘The Chosen 9’ https://warrenist.com/from-crystal/dear-coach-mcrae-and-the-chosen-9/ Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:28:17 +0000 https://warrenist.com/?p=8881 Yes, we know victory is sweet, but, it is character that defines champions. The Warren County High School Eagles showed the world exactly what that looks like. Today’s scoreboard does […]

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Yes, we know victory is sweet, but, it is character that defines champions. The Warren County High School Eagles showed the world exactly what that looks like.

Today’s scoreboard does not erase the heart, discipline, and determination you carried all season long. You all represented Warren County with pride, resilience, and a spirit that refused to back down. And, that kind of excellence cannot and will not be measured by a single game.

Let’s be clear: you didn’t JUST make it to the State Championship. You sparked something in this community. On a Wednesday evening (yes, Bible Study night), Warren County showed up on the Courthouse Square in downtown Warrenton to celebrate you, stand with you, and send you off with pride. That kind of love? That kind of unity? Had a song produced for YOU? That’s a legacy far bigger than today’s game outcome.

To Coach McRae (or McGOAT, as my son refers to you): Thank you for leading with vision, grit, and belief in these young men. Your comeback story serves as inspiration to all those around you, and we proudly call you one of our own.

Khalil, Nazir, Graham, Jeremiah, Zamir, Elijah, Jeremiahe, Nyjae, and Zane: Continue to hold your heads high. You all made Warren County proud and we will continue to support you, every step of the way.

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