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Mallard Creek Relay Disqualified, Jordan Wins; Panel Review Ordered

5/20/2026

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Mallard Creek’s 4 × 400 relay was disqualified at the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) championships after anchor Nyan Brown raised his hand before the finish, leaving the team with zero points while Jordan High School won.
Samuel Willoughby said Brown never received a warning, prompting the NCHSAA to form a panel to rule in 30 days.
Mallard Creek appealed to be named co-state champions with Jordan High School.

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Mallard Creek’s 4 × 400 relay was disqualified at the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) championships after anchor Nyan Brown raised his hand before the finish, leaving the team with zero points while Jordan High School won.
Samuel Willoughby said Brown never received a warning, prompting the NCHSAA to form a panel to rule in 30 days.
Mallard Creek appealed to be named co-state champions with Jordan High School.