Here is a daily list of top performers in high school sports from Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties from Nov. 17-22, 2025.

Our weekly top performers list and Athlete of the Week nominations are compiled courtesy of information provided The Gaston Gazette and The Shelby Star by coaches, athletic directors and team statisticians through emails, MaxPreps and other means. If a top performer’s name doesn’t appear, encourage their coach to email submissions to jhughes@gastongazette.com or sports@gastongazette.com.

Tuesday, Nov. 18

Boys soccer

Carter King, East Lincoln: Scored a goal, as did Jayden Welborn in a 2-0 win over Enka in the NCHSAA 5A West final.

Boys basketball

Tristen Gordon, Bessemer City: Led the Yellow Jackets with 25 points, while Raheem McClure (14 points) and Jeveon

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