Apex unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took a hard 25-10 fall against the Cary Imps on Saturday. The Cougars were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Imps apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Apex didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Aiden Johnson and Roman Jerkins.
Nick Grena went supernova For Cary., rushing for 196 yards and one TD while picking up 7.5 yards per carry, and also throwing for 66 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Tony Stephens helped out on the ground, rushing for 80 yards and a rushing touchdown.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Apex will venture away from home to take on Fuquay - Varina at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Cary, they will head out to challenge Athens Drive at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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