With a playoff game on the line, Pamlico County rose to the challenge on Friday. They took down the Bear Grass Charter Bears 50-34. The Hurricanes' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Pamlico County to victory, but perhaps none more so than Eric Brantley, who rushed for 145 yards and two touchdowns on only five carries. Brantley really tore up the turf during one magnificent 75-yard run. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Koby Lane, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Despite the loss, Bear Grass Charter still got an impressive performance from Vance Keel, who rushed for 107 yards and a touchdown on only 14 carries, and also picked up 71 receiving yards and a touchdown.
The victory snapped Pamlico County's losing streak at five games and leaves them with a 2-9 record. As for Bear Grass Charter, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-3.
Pamlico County will square off against Lakewood at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Lakewood is coming into the game with three straight wins at home, so Pamlico County will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. Bear Grass Charter does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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