After each having a week off, the Hampton Hornets and the Woodland Wolfpack will shake off the cobwebs and face off against one another at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Two weeks ago, Hampton got the win against Locust Grove by a conclusive 40-16. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Hornets.
Joshua Parks Jr and Tristan Parks were among the main playmakers for Hampton as the former gained 158 total yards and the latter threw for 150 yards and two touchdowns while completing 76.9% of his passes. Parks Jr showed off some serious burst, turning on the afterburners on one carry for 56 yards. Jaylen Simmons got in on the action too, returning a kick for a touchdown.
Meanwhile, Woodland had to endure a 14-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 21-18 win over Eagle's Landing Christian Academy two weeks ago.
Brayden Rogers went supernova for Woodland, rushing for 121 yards and a touchdown on only 15 carries, while also throwing for 121 yards and a touchdown while completing 81% of his passes.
Hampton now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Woodland, their victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-4.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the on the ground. Hampton has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 158.2 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Woodland struggles in that department as they've been averaging 215.5. It's looking like Friday's game might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Hampton beat Woodland 17-6 in their previous matchup back in September of 2023. Does Hampton have another victory up their sleeve, or will Woodland turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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