Ayden - Grifton's game on Friday was all tied up 14-14 at the half, but luckily for them it didn't stay that way. They strolled past the Fike Golden Demons with points to spare, taking the game 37-22. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Chargers.
Ayden - Grifton's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but EJ Ruffin led the charge by rushing for 143 yards and a pair of TDs while picking up 7.9 yards per carry. Ruffin showed off some serious burst, turning on the afterburners on one carry for 66 yards. Nygel Morgan was another key pass catcher, gaining 94 total yards and two touchdowns.
Chargers
| Sean Pollard | 1 |
| Loyalty Fuller | 1 |
| EJ Ruffin | 1 |
Ayden - Grifton didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Sean Pollard, Loyalty Fuller, and Ruffin picked up one apiece. Pollard got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Ayden - Grifton now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Fike, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 2-1.
Coming up, Ayden - Grifton will venture away from home to face off against North Lenoir at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Fike, they will welcome Ashley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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