Ashe County had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a blow against the Watauga Pioneers, falling 56-7. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it five in a row.
Bryce Peters threw for 99 yards and one TD. Tayvn Trivett was his top target, picking up 47 receiving yards and one score.
Cade Keller went supernova For Watauga., throwing for 263 yards and four touchdowns on perfect 8-for-8 passing, while also rushing for 48 yards and one score. Those four passing touchdowns gave Keller a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Everett Gryder, who rushed for 59 yards and one TD.
Ashe County will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Alexander Central at 7:30 p.m. on the 5th. As for Watauga, they didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 42-0 win against T.C. Roberson on the 29th.
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