It was a proper cat-fight when East Duplin took on James Kenan on Friday. The Panthers took a 27-21 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Tigers. The loss was the Panthers' first of the season.

Shawn Davis
09/12/25 @ James Kenan | 155 |
09/05/25 @ Richlands | 108 |
08/29/25 vs Princeton | 90 |
08/22/25 @ Wallace-Rose Hill | 70 |
When it comes to explaining why East Duplin lost, don't look at Shawn Davis. Despite the final result, he rushed for 155 yards and three touchdowns. With that strong performance, Davis is now averaging an impressive 105.8 rushing yards per game. East Duplin also got a significant boost from Aaron Hall, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 86 yards.
Having lost for the first time this season, East Duplin fell to 3-1. As for James Kenan, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
East Duplin wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next match, a 35-24 loss against Jacksonville on the 19th. As for James Kenan, they have also already played their next contest, a 77-0 win against Spring Creek on the 19th.
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