Ayden - Grifton had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They enjoyed a cozy 30-13 win over the Holmes Aces on Friday. The Chargers have seen this before: they got the W the last time they saw the Aces, too.
EJ Ruffin was his usual excellent self, rushing for 180 yards while picking up 9.5 yards per carry, and also catching a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards he has posted since back in September. Loyalty Fuller got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Ayden - Grifton wouldn't let Holmes keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Ruffin was the leader in that area as all came courtesy of his dominant performance. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 101.9 rushing yards per game.
Ayden - Grifton pushed their record up to 8-4 with the victory, which was their fifth straight at home. As for Holmes, with the loss, they broke their four-game winning streak and moved their record to 7-5.
Ayden - Grifton's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Kinston at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Kinston will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Ayden - Grifton surely won't give up without a fight. Holmes does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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