Football Preview: High Point Central Bison vs. Eastern Guilford Wildcats
High Point Central is 0-3 against Eastern Guilford since October of 2021 but things could change on Friday. The High Point Central Bison will look to defend their home field against the Eastern Guilford Wildcats at 7:00 p.m.
High Point Central is headed into Friday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Friday. They were dealt a 62-0 defeat at the hands of Dudley. While losing is never fun, the Bison can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina football rankings (they are ranked 354th, while the Panthers are ranked 13th).
Meanwhile, Eastern Guilford can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Friday. They blew past Northeast Guilford, posting a 54-24 win at home. The Wildcats' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
It was another big night for Caleb Creech, who rushed for 300 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 9.4 yards per carry. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 129 rushing yards per game. Another player making a difference was Steven Murray, who picked up 100 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Another reason for the win was Eastern Guilford's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for 6.5 sacks. Leading the way was Samari Smith with three. He is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made eight or more in the last five games he's played dating back to last season.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Eastern Guilford was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 328 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
High Point Central's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Eastern Guilford, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
High Point Central took a serious blow against Eastern Guilford in their previous meeting back in September of 2023, falling 47-0. Will High Point Central have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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