Pine Lake Prep has gone 3-0 against Winston-Salem Prep recently and they'll look to pad the win column further on Thursday. The Pine Lake Prep Pride will play host again on Thursday to welcome the Winston-Salem Prep Phoenix, where kickoff is scheduled at 6:00 p.m. Winston-Salem Prep took a loss in their last game and will be looking to turn the tables on Pine Lake Prep, who comes in off a win.
Having struggled with six losses in a row dating back to last season, Pine Lake Prep finally turned things around against Mountain Island Charter on Friday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Raptors 30-28. The Pride's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Johntay Gaither was the offensive standout of the contest as he rushed for 84 yards and a touchdown. Mikhail Massey got in on the action as well, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Meanwhile, Winston-Salem Prep had to suffer through a 61-12 loss at the hands of Corvian Community. The Phoenix were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 34-6.
Even though they lost, Winston-Salem Prep was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 270 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 270 rushing yards in three consecutive matchups.
Pine Lake Prep's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Winston-Salem Prep, their defeat was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-2.
Everything came up roses for Pine Lake Prep against Winston-Salem Prep in their previous meeting back in September of 2023, as the team secured a 62-12 victory. Will Pine Lake Prep repeat their success, or does Winston-Salem Prep have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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