Ashe County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They took a 27-18 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Alexander Central Cougars. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Huskies of the 41-35 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2023.
When it comes to explaining why Ashe County lost, don't look at Ian Graybeal. Despite the final result, he picked up 144 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Ashe County also got help from Bridger Fairchild, who showed off his sure hands for 98 receiving yards.
Alexander Central's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Wade Queen, who rushed for 47 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 97 yards and a touchdown on only seven passes. That's the most rushing yards Queen has posted since back in August. Maurice Howell Jr. was another key player, rushing for 66 yards and a touchdown.
Ashe County's loss dropped their record down to 4-6. As for Alexander Central, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-5.
Ashe County does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Alexander Central, they will venture away from home to square off against Mooresville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mooresville will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something Alexander Central surely won't give up without a fight.
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