New Bern was the 29-7 winner over J.H. Rose when they last played one another back in October of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Bears took a 48-35 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Rampants on Friday. The Bears have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Kaishawn Taylor
| 08/29/25 vs Havelock | 136 |
| 09/05/25 @ West Craven | 120 |
| 10/10/25 @ White Oak | 109 |
| 08/22/25 @ New Hanover | 107 |
| 10/24/25 vs J.H. Rose | 95 |
When it comes to explaining why New Bern lost, don't look at Terrance McCormick. Despite the final result, he rushed for 182 yards and three TDs while picking up 10.1 yards per carry, and also threw for 143 yards and one touchdown. 95 of those passing yards were hauled in by Kaishawn Taylor, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
J.H. Rose's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ja'Vion Jordan, who rushed for 202 yards and a pair of scores while picking up 11.9 yards per carry. Jordan's longest rush was for an incredible 70 yards. Nysean ?Ny? Davis also helped out as he racked up 117 rushing yards.
New Bern now has a losing record of 4-5. As for J.H. Rose, they now have a winning record of 5-4.
New Bern wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 21-3 victory against South Central on the 30th. As for J.H. Rose, they have also already played their next game, a 42-28 loss against D.H. Conley on the 31st.
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