Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Gate City). They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 42-39 win over the Lee Generals on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Blue Devils have posted against the Generals since October 12, 2018.
Lee's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Brynnen Pendergraft, who threw for 456 yards and six touchdowns, and Karder Pendergraft, who picked up 190 receiving yards and four touchdowns. Karder was no stranger to the big play, lighting up the secondary with a catch that went for 56 yards. A healthy portion of that aerial production (143 yards to be exact) also went to Konner Early, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Gate City now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Lee, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-4 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gate City will welcome John Battle at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Gate City is facing John Battle at the right time seeing as John Battle is stuck on a seven-game losing streak. As for Lee, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Central Wise at 7:00 p.m.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
