South Iredell lost against Porter Ridge back in September of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Vikings came up short against the Pirates, falling 31-6. While losing is never fun, the Vikings can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina football rankings (they are ranked 135th, while the Pirates are ranked 38th).
Tristan Cowan threw for 228 yards and one TD. Thailan Bellamy was his top target, picking up 94 receiving yards and one score.
Rai'Shawn Elmore had another great game (as he tends to do), rushing for 73 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only five carries, while also picking up 74 receiving yards for Porter Ridge. That's the most receiving yards Elmore has posted since back in September of 2024. Jamal Subah helped out on the ground, rushing for 84 yards and a rushing touchdown.
South Iredell's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Porter Ridge, their victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 3-1.
Looking ahead, South Iredell will head out to take on Alexander Central at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Porter Ridge, they will welcome Cuthbertson at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. This will be the Pirates' first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
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