Brandon Spikes, a former linebacker, is set to be inducted into the Cleveland County Sports Hall of Fame for his performance at Crest High School (NC).
Spikes announced on Friday that he has been selected for the Cleveland County Sports Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place on May 18 at Shelby City Park in North Carolina.
Spikes’ Achievements at Crest High
Before his career with the Florida Gators, Spikes played at Crest where he won multiple state championships in football. He was also a three-time all-state boys basketball player.
Between his junior and senior seasons at Crest, Spikes recorded 172 tackles. He helped lead the programme deep into the NCHSAA playoffs.
Collegiate Career and Hall of Fame Ceremony
During his time as a Gator, Spikes appeared in nearly 50 games with 39 starts. He totalled 307 tackles, including 178 solo, with 31.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 sacks. Spikes also had six interceptions, returning four for a touchdown, which is a Florida programme record.
The Hall of Fame ceremony is sponsored by Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). Tickets are sold on a first come first serve basis.
Crest High School: An Overview
Crest High School, located in Shelby, NC, is a public secondary school within the Cleveland County Schools district. It serves grades 9-12 and has a student enrollment of approximately 1,100.
Crest is known for its strong academic and athletic programmes, including its teams that compete in the Big South Conference. The school’s colors are green and Vegas gold. The Chargers have a rivalry with schools like Shelby High and Kings Mountain High. The school is also recognised for producing several professional athletes.
- Located in Shelby, NC.
- Serves grades 9-12.
- Approximately 1,100 students.
- Teams compete in the Big South Conference.
The Chargers ended this past season finishing ranked No. 17 in the state, according to the final 2025 North Carolina High School Football Massey Rankings.
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