This video created by Watauga 10 highlights the Pioneer wrestling team as their season begins. It can be accessed on YouTube through this link:

After years of carrying the weight of expectation, the Watauga Women's Basketball team is entering a season defined less by pressure and more by possibility. With the graduation of a dominant senior class and elite athlete Kate Sears last year, the Watauga Women's Varsity basketball coach, Bill Torgerson, has reshaped his approach with this year's team.

On December 12, 2025, students, teachers, and parents alike made the drive to Kenan Memorial Stadium at UNC Chapel Hill to cheer on the Watauga Pioneers football team as they competed for the 6A North Carolina State Championship. The thrilling game against Middle Creek High School ended in a Watauga win, score 47 - 25, and the Pioneers brought home the state title for the first time since 1978.

Baseball Duke Commit senior Evan Burroughs, July 2024, LakePoint Atlanta at the PBR Championship. Photo Credits: Evan Burroughs Sofia Peviani , Staff Writer for The Powderhorn Evan Burroughs, a senior at Watauga High School, committed to playing Division 1 baseball at Duke University in July of 2025. But how does a student go from playing high school baseball for fun to being recruited by one of the top universities of the country? “ My earliest memory when I was younger was

Freshman Charlotte Rosenbalm is the first woman to join the Watauga High School Women's wrestling team of 2025. “It takes a lot of positive mindset in wrestling, because one bad match can affect a lot of things, just like other sports can,” said Rosenbaum. Photo credits: Watauga High School Booster Club.  Anna Norris, Editor-in-Chief of The Powderhorn When most students at Watauga High School step into the wrestling room for the first time, they expect a challenge. But for Ch

The Varsity Volleyball team celebrating and cheering with Dr. Strickler. Photo Credits: Charlie Stumb, Watauga Yearbook Jillian Studebaker, Staff Writer for The Powderhorn The women’s volleyball team has recently found itself in the spotlight, as a result of their consistent wins and progression through competition. Continuing this winning streak, senior player Emma Pastusic placed 5th in North Carolina for her number of kills. This has been an amazing accomplishment for her

From nationally-recognized sports, like football and basketball, to regional sports, like skiing and snowboarding, there’s a sport in Watauga County for anyone who just wants to get out, exercise, or have a good time.

To an outside observer, it may appear that the Watauga High School Women’s Tennis Team has been on an effortless streak of win after win.

Many distance runners have somewhat of a love-hate relationship with the weekend long run. Let’s face it, waking up on Saturday after a long week of school and deciding to spend your morning running isn’t the easiest decision.

This short hype video from Watauga 10 covers the Homecoming Powderpuff football game. It can be accessed through the following link: https://youtube.com/shorts/jQb_ZZm5U44?si=xZ6_fflrAjpwiOwk

For many students, competing in a sport is an important part of their high school experience.

For a team as large as the Women’s Cross Country Team, having strong relationships amongst teammates is essential. I

Watauga High School’s women's softball team has been around for a long time. It is a fast-paced sport that requires focus and athleticism.

After nearly 5 months since the last practice, the Watauga Lacrosse team is finally able to get back on the field and prepare for next season.

This video by Watauga 10 highlights the impact of Hurricane Helene on Watauga’s XC team, and the community’s resilience a year later.

This video highlights the Watauga women’s volleyball team, which has now won 18 games in a row.

The 25th annual Blue Ridge Conservancy 5K took place on Saturday morning, September 20. In the cool Blowing Rock weather, runners of all ages gathered in the Mayview Neighborhood to take on the hilly terrain and see what they were capable of running.

This is a broadcast covering the football match between Watauga and Mt. Airy on September 5, 2025.

Watauga Men’s Soccer jersey reveal for their big win against TC Roberson. This video can be accessed through the following link

Have you ever wondered about the power of Lucky Charms?— no, not the cereal with the little leprechauns, the token that athletes carry through games, matches, and meets.