3A Quad County Top Player Performances of the Week
Congratulations to this week's top players! We're covering the best performances in games played on Thursday and Friday (using all statistics entered as of the time of writing). Enjoy!
Caleb Frederick and Co. Win Eighth in a Row
Caleb Frederick was instrumental in extending C.B. Aycock's winning streak to eight on Thursday. Frederick did his part (and then some), rushing for 75 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries, while also catching a touchdown for the 'W'.
If the past is any indication, Frederick could be in store for another big game when he takes on Smithfield-Selma on Thursday. Frederick rushed for 87 yards and two touchdowns, and also picked up 52 receiving yards and a touchdown the last time he and the Spartans duked it out back in October of 2023.
Gamescore: 32.20
A Season-Best Performance from Mason Weaver Leads South Johnston over Hunt
Mason Weaver produced his most outstanding game to date while leading South Johnston to the win on Friday. Weaver wasn't messing around, forcing a fumble and making 11 total tackles (5.0 for loss). The match was his eighth straight with six or more total tackles dating back to last season.
The win made it two in a row for South Johnston and bumps their season record up to 5-3. They and East Wake are set to duel on Friday.
Gamescore: 30.50
C.B. Aycock Gets a Boost from Mccullen in 29-0 Victory
MarShaun McCullen's big game helped extend C.B. Aycock's winning streak to eight on Thursday. McCullen did his part (and then some), picking up two sacks and making six total tackles (3.0 for loss) for the 'W'. McCullen is crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least five every time he's taken the field this season.
On the year, McCullen has averaged 7.1 total tackles per game and for the season has 9 sacks.
Gamescore: 22.25
Kaleb Williams Dazzles in South Johnston Win
Another South Johnston player making an appearance on this list is Kaleb Williams. He made ten total tackles (1.0 for loss) and snagged an interception.
For the year, Williams has averaged 6.5 total tackles per game and for the season has 2 interceptions.
Gamescore: 22.00
Deontrae Barnes Rounds Out Top Five
Rounding off our Top Five is Deontrae Barnes of Hunt. Barnes made 13 total tackles (3.0 for loss) and defended a pass. Thanks to that strong showing, he's now averaging 5.8 total tackles per game. Hunt is 2-1 when Barnes posts four or more total tackles, but 2-3 otherwise.
With the defeat, Hunt broke their three-game winning streak and moved their record to 4-4. Barnes and Hunt will face off against West Johnston at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
Gamescore: 21.75
Other Notable Players
- Holt Langston: 64 yards rushing, 4 TDs (Gamescore: 21.60)
- Jamari Giles: 13 total tackles (4.0 for loss) (Gamescore: 19.25)
- Zimere McClarin: 54 yards receiving, 1 TD ; 1 TD rushing (Gamescore: 17.65)
- Ricky Elliott: 132 yards rushing (Gamescore: 17.20)
- Danyaeul McCray: 96 yards rushing (Gamescore: 16.40)
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
