NCHSAA 3AA: Weddington dominates, wins second state title in three years

Weddington High is state champion again.

For the second time in three seasons, the Warriors are the class of N.C. 3AA, this time after a decisive 27-14 win Southeast Guilford at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill.

Weddington (15-1) dominated from the start, running out to a 20-0 halftime lead over Southeast Guilford (14-2).

Championship MVP James Shipley threw a 50-yard touchdown pass to his brother, Will.

James Shipley also caught 10 passes for 113 yards and a score, and he added a fourth quarter interception that led to his team’s final score.

Weddington QB Whitner Litton completed 12-of-18 attempts for 172 yards and two touchdowns.

Weddington, which lost in the 2014 final, has reached three of the past five state finals.