Football Recap: North Mecklenburg Starts Season with Win Against Rocky River + How To Watch

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Previous 5 Games

08/22/25 - Away	42-6 W
09/07/18 - Away	28-21 W
09/08/17 - Home	16-14 W
09/16/16 - Away	20-21 L
09/18/15 - Home	26-23 W

North Mecklenburg had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They claimed a resounding 42-6 victory over the Rocky River Ravens. The win continues a trend for the Vikings in their matchups with the Ravens: they've now won three in a row.

Gabriel McLaurin had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 136 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only 15 carries. His longest rush was for an impressive 50 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Antonio Jenkins was another key player, throwing for 140 yards and two TDs.

Coming up, North Mecklenburg will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against South Iredell at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Rocky River, they are headed away from home for the first time to square off against Cox Mill at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.