North Carolina appeals board rules in favor of Mallard Creek runner
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 5:23 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The North Carolina State Board of Education’s Independent Interscholastic Athletic Appeals Board overturned the disqualification of Mallard Creek runner Nyan Brown. The board's decision vacates the disqualification from the 4×400 relay at the 2026 NCHSAA track and field state championships. This ruling allows Mallard Creek High School and C.E. Jordan High School to be recognized as co-champions. The disqualification stemmed from a call made due to unsportsmanlike conduct during the race, which had sparked significant controversy on social media. Following the appeals process, the NCHSAA recognized both schools as co-champions of the 2026 8A Men’s Track and Field State Championship.
- •Mallard Creek runner Nyan Brown's disqualification was overturned.
- •NCHSAA declares Mallard Creek and C.E. Jordan as co-champions.
- •Controversial disqualification stemmed from a perceived unsportsmanlike act.
- •The ruling allows recognition of athletic achievements post-controversy.
- •The appeal process is highlighted as a tool for fairness in competition.
- 5:23 PMYahoo Sports — North Carolina appeals board overturns ruling on disqualification of Mallard Creek (NC) runner
"The verdict is in from the NC State Board of Education’s Independent Interscholastic Athletic Appeals Board on the viral disqualification of Charlotte (NC) Mallard Creek track runner Nyan Brown, according to multiple reports. According to a report by the HighSchoolOT, the appeals board made the unprecedented decision to overturn the ruling made by judges at […]
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