North Carolina High School Football - Alexander Central nudges Newton-Conover
August 21, 2025: Newton, NC 28658 In Thursday's non-league match, the visiting Alexander Central Cougars football team scored a tight 20-14 win over the Newton-Conover Red Devils.
With the win, Alexander Central advances its record to 1-0 on the season. The Cougars host Hickory (Hickory, NC) to play the Red Tornadoes in a non-league battle on Thursday, August 28. The Red Tornadoes go into the battle with a record of 1-0. Hickory won 36-13 in their recent non-league battle against South Point (Belmont, NC)
The Red Devils now have a 0-1 record. They play next when they host Lake Norman Charter for a non-league battle on Thursday, August 28. Newton-Conover will play a Knights team coming off a 21-0 non-league loss to West Rowan (Mt. Ulla, NC). The Knights record now stands at 0-1.