Shylan Harrell receives scholarship from North Carolina Wesleyan

Feb 10, 2026

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Travis Petty Jr Sports Editor

Terry Sanford ball carrier attempts to break free as Scotland senior defensive back Shylan Harrell(11) makes a tackle at Pate Stadium on Oct.10,2025.

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Scots senior Shylan Harrell (11) at the free throw line versus the Richmond Raiders on Dec. 12, 2025.

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LAURINBURG —Scotland High standout Shylan Harrell just received his second athletic scholarship from North Carolina Wesleyan University, after earning his first offer from Brevard University.

Harrell is a two-sport athlete who excels in both basketball and football, making significant contributions to each sport. Over his four years of playing football, he has recorded a total of 133 tackles, one sack, six interceptions and two fumble recoveries. He was selected as a member of the Shrine Bowl for football on Dec. 15, 2025. In basketball, he has averaged 6.9 points, 1.8 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 2.1 steals per game.

Congrats to Shylan Harrell!

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