Eastern Plains Referee Association
Following each varsity soccer match this season within the EPRA assigning area, the referees report the sportsmanship of the participating teams. These reports include comments on the behavior of the players, coaches and fans of each school. The score of the match was not a consideration. Based upon these comments, the EPRA presents Sportsmanship Awards each year to a public school and private school. A plaque will be presented to each school reflecting their outstanding accomplishment. These varsity soccer programs set the sportsmanship standard and provide an example for all other programs to follow. Past winner include:
| Year: | Public High Schools | Private Schools |
| 2000 | North Lenoir High School | Wayne Christian School |
| 2001 | Southern Wayne High School | Bethel Christian Academy |
| 2002 | J.H. Rose High School | Parrott Academy |