Football Game Preview: Highland Tech Rams vs. East Gaston Warriors + How To Watch

Highland Tech is on a six-game streak of home losses dating back to last season, and East Gaston a six-game streak of away losses also dating back to last season. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Friday. The Highland Tech Rams will be playing in front of their home fans against the East Gaston Warriors at 7:30 p.m. Highland Tech has given up an average of 60.2 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Highland Tech's offense might be in the hot seat on Friday considering what happened against Lincolnton on Friday. They were dealt a 56-0 loss at the hands of the Wolves. While losing is never fun, the Rams can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina football rankings (they are ranked 398th, while the Wolves are ranked 96th).

Meanwhile, after low-scoring totals in their previous four contest, East Gaston brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They simply couldn't be stopped on Friday as they easily beat Bessemer City 42-12. The Warriors' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

East Gaston's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Highland Tech, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-5.

Highland Tech took a serious blow against East Gaston in their previous matchup back in November of 2024, falling 38-0. Will the Rams have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.