The Robinson Bulldogs will be defending their home-field for the first time for the first time when they go up against the West Cabarrus Wolverines at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the match bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Robinson is coming home in high spirits after they had to open their season on the road against Hickory Ridge. Robinson simply couldn't be stopped on Friday as they easily beat Hickory Ridge 40-6 on the road. Given the Bulldogs' advantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina football rankings (they are ranked 32nd, while the Ragin' Bulls are ranked 157th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Robinson's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was LJ Watson, who rushed for 75 yards and two touchdowns. Another passer making a difference was Jon Bissonnette, who threw for 215 yards and a touchdown.
Meanwhile, West Cabarrus took care of business in their home opener on Friday. They walked away with a 28-21 victory over Northwest Cabarrus. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Wolverines as it put an end to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Everything came up roses for Robinson against West Cabarrus when the teams last played back in August of 2023 as the team secured a 35-6 victory. Does Robinson have another victory up their sleeve, or will West Cabarrus turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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