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CSD winter sports are back for the 2025-2026 season

With colder temperatures outside, CSD winter sports return for a fresh start and plans to heat up their new seasons ahead
Dylan Sherman, Sports Editor, Copy Editor
November 25, 2025
Carter Burch
The “Spartan Territory” banner back above the student section in Griffin Gym means it’s time for winter sports. 132 student athletes will participate across a handful of sports this season.

As the weather starts to get colder, 132 Community School of Davidson (CSD) High School winter athletes are gearing up to return for another great season together. Sports such as basketball, indoor track plus swim and dive are all back and looking to have great seasons while also creating new memories.

On the heels of a fall volleyball state championship and football, soccer and cross-country deep playoff runs, the energy and anticipation is back as the following sports begin their seasons.

Boys Basketball

The junior varsity boys basketball team is back and ready for another great season. The team consists of 11 total players, including eight freshmen and three sophomores, as well as a manager. As for varsity, the team consists of 11 total players, including one freshman, one sophomore, four juniors, and five seniors.

CSD senior guard, Jake Howerton (‘26), is hopeful for the upcoming season and knows what it will take for the basketball team to make a run.

“I think it’s going to take a lot of hard work and practice as well as communication. I also think keeping our relationships outside of basketball and on the court, keeping those together and tight, will be really important,” Jake Howerton said.

Indoor Track

The indoor track team is returning for another great season and consists of 31 runners this season, including 10 freshmen, six sophomores, nine juniors and six seniors.

Swim and Dive

The swim and dive team is making a return after a very successful 2024-2025 campaign. The program consists of 49 total swimmers, with a handful doing both swim and dive. The team has a total of 12 freshmen, 13 sophomores, six juniors and 14 seniors. Out of the 49 total members, seven are divers as well as swimmers.

Cheer

The cheer team returns after the fall and they are ready to cheer on the winter teams. The cheer squad consists of 18 total members and has eight freshmen, two sophomores, six juniors and two seniors.

Girls Basketball

The girls basketball team is back, led by Coach Matt Forrest for another season. The team consists of 12 total players, including four freshmen, six sophomores, two juniors, but no seniors.

Coach Forrest is excited for the season and is hopeful of his young team’s energy. He knows what they are capable of doing.

“I’m excited to watch this young team gain experience and grow with every game. We have a lot of talent and a very bright future. If we keep working hard and stay connected, there’s no limit to the success we can have this season and the years ahead,” Coach Forrest said.

It’s all net when Spartans take the court. Girls coach Forrest is oh 12 for the upcoming season. “I’m excited to watch this young team gain experience and grow with every game. We have a lot of talent and a very bright future. If we keep working hard and stay connected, there’s no limit to the success we can have this season and the years ahead,” Coach Forrest said.
(Carter Burch)
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About the Contributors
Dylan Sherman
Dylan Sherman, Sports Editor, Copy Editor
Dylan Sherman is a sophomore in his second year at CSD after coming from Bailey Middle School. This is also his second year in Journalism and he likes to write about sports as well as play them. As a freshman, Dylan dug deep into sports journalism and wrote about what was going on at CSD including athlete injuries and recovery. He enjoys writing because he says it helps build creativity. This year Dylan is looking forward to playing baseball for the school while also writing about many different aspects of the variety of sports at school. He wants to write in detail about the impact of sports and other interesting topics. In his spare time, Dylan plays travel baseball and his main positions are third base and pitcher. He also enjoys traveling to new countries and islands for vacation. Some of his favorite places are Aruba and Curacao. When he has extra time, he likes to play video games and hang out with his friends. Quote: “If you don’t know where you are going, you will end up someplace else” -Yogi Berra Walkup Song: Seven Nation Army– The White Stripes
Carter Burch
Carter Burch, Opinions Editor, Deputy Sports Editor
Carter Burch is a true CSD freshman. That means this is not only his first year in Journalism, it is also his first year at the school. He had many unenjoyable experiences at other schools, but while being here he has learned many things that will hopefully lead him to some even better years in the future. Carter chose to take Journalism to write in a new way. Carter says soccer is a big deal. He enjoys playing center back both on the school’s JV team and for the Charlotte Independence Club. His favorite soccer player is Lionel Messi. In his spare time, Carter enjoys video gaming and going fishing with his father. His video game choices include Rocket League, Minecraft and Fortnite. His favorite types of fish to catch are trout, bluefish and catfish. Quote: “The only constant in life is change.” – Heraclitus Walk up Song: Don’t Stop Belivin’– Journey (Escape Tour)