Football Recap: New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly Comes Up Short on the Road Against Pleasant Plains + How To Watch

New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell 26-20 to the Pleasant Plains Cardinals. The Vipers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cardinals apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.

Brady Crews threw for 79 yards on eight of 16 attempts. Charlie Neuman was his top target, picking up 43 receiving yards.

Pleasant Plains' victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Grady Grisham, who picked up 92 receiving yards and one score. Nolan Scott did his part to keep the secondary busy, picking up 106 receiving yards.

New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly has already played their next matchup, a 36-12 win against Auburn on the 5th. As for Pleasant Plains, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 68-21 loss against Maroa-Forsyth on the 5th.