Two North Carolina players just turned everyday lottery tickets into serious cash wins—and their stories couldn’t be more different.
? Big Scratch-Off Score in Raleigh
Ayman Abu-Hammad from Cary hit a $100,000 top prize on a $30 scratch-off he picked up in Raleigh.
- Bought at a local gas station on New Bern Avenue
- Game launched in March with 80 top prizes
- Still plenty left—70 prizes remain unclaimed
After taxes, he walked away with $72,018 in hand. Not bad for a quick ticket purchase.
? Lucky Numbers Pay Off Big
Meanwhile, Bryan McMasters from Randleman proved sticking to your numbers can pay off.
- Won a $341,844 Cash 5 jackpot
- Used his go-to numbers—his son’s birthday
- Played online with just a $1 ticket
“It felt unreal,” he said after seeing the match.
Even with tough odds (1 in 962,598), he nailed it. After taxes, he took home $246,664.
? What’s Next?
McMasters says the win means less stress and more family time—he plans to:
- Pay off bills
- Take his son on a cruise
Two different games, two big wins—but one thing in common: a little luck went a long way.
