Football Recap: New Bern Starts Season with Victory Against New Hanover

New Bern had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They put the hurt on the New Hanover Wildcats with a sharp 32-7 victory. The final result isn't all that surprising considering the Bears' considerable advantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina football rankings (they are ranked 12th, while the Wildcats are ranked 76th).

Terrance McCormick

Passing Yards

08/22/25 @ New Hanover	280
11/15/24 vs Gray's Creek	154
10/25/24 vs D.H. Conley	145
10/18/24 vs J.H. Rose	267
10/11/24 @ Northside - Jacksonville	249
+ 2 more games

New Bern's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Terrance McCormick, who threw for 280 yards and three TDs on only 17 passes. That's the most passing yards McCormick has posted since back in September of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Kaishawn Taylor, who picked up 107 receiving yards and a pair of touchdowns.

Looking ahead, New Bern will be playing at home against Havelock at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for New Hanover, they are headed away from home for the first time to take on Purnell Swett at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.