Football Recap: Western Harnett Starts Season with Defeat on the Road

By Team Reports Sep 3, 2024, 2:10pm

Football Recap: Western Harnett Eagles vs. Southern Lee Cavaliers

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Western Harnett had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They were beaten by the Southern Lee Cavaliers 41-6. The Eagles have struggled against the Cavaliers recently, as their contest on Friday was their ninth consecutive lost matchup.

Robert Sims had a dynamite game for Southern Lee, rushing for 72 yards and four touchdowns on only eight carries, while also throwing for 95 yards and two touchdowns while completing 80% of his passes.

Western Harnett will look to defend their home field on Friday against West Johnston at 7:00 p.m. As for Southern Lee, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Eastern Randolph at 7:00 p.m. on September 6th.

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