Rowan County Swimming All-County Teams Announced

Carson boys and South Rowan girls win team titles, led by standout individual performances

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The 2025-26 Rowan County high school swimming season saw strong individual performances, including repeat swimmers of the year, but the Carson boys and South Rowan girls prevailed in the team competitions. The all-county teams were announced, recognizing the top finishers in the county meet.

Why it matters

High school sports, especially swimming, are an important part of the local community in Rowan County. The all-county teams highlight the top talent and achievements of student-athletes, showcasing the depth of swimming programs across the county.

The details

In the boys competition, the Carson Cougars won the team title, while the East Rowan Mustangs had the strongest individual swimmers, including two-time Swimmer of the Year Rodney Hawkins III. On the girls side, the South Rowan Raiders claimed the team championship, led by senior Swimmer of the Year Addy Sechriest of East Rowan.

  • The 2025-26 Rowan County high school swimming season took place during the 2025-26 school year.
  • The Rowan County swimming championships were held in February 2026.

The players

Rodney Hawkins III

A junior at East Rowan High School and the two-time Swimmer of the Year in Rowan County.

Jake Butts

The head coach of the Carson High School boys swimming team, named Coach of the Year.

Addy Sechriest

A senior at East Rowan High School and the Swimmer of the Year for the girls.

Katlyn Isenhour

The head coach of the South Rowan High School girls swimming team, named Coach of the Year.

Carson High School

The boys swimming team champion in Rowan County.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Rowan County high school swimming championships showcased the depth of talent across the county, with individual standouts leading their teams to success. The all-county teams recognized the top performers, highlighting the importance of high school sports in the local community.