Football Recap: Knightdale Falls to Pinecrest in First Game of Season
By Team Reports
Aug 27, 2024, 11:42am
Football Recap: Knightdale Knights vs. Pinecrest Patriots
Knightdale couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by the Pinecrest Patriots at home and fell 62-18. The defeat leaves the Knights without a win on the season.
Chris Najm had an outrageously good game for Pinecrest as he rushed for 177 yards and three touchdowns on only 11 carries. Jayden Kounkel was another key back, rushing for 109 yards and a touchdown on only 11 carries.
Knightdale will head out to challenge East Wake at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Pinecrest, they will be defending their home-field for the first time for the first time when they go up against Overhills at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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