North Duplin won the last time they faced Rosewood and things went their way on Thursday too. The Rebels were the clear victors by a 39-19 margin over the Eagles. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest win the Rebels have posted against the Eagles since November 10, 2016.
Carell Phillips was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 141 yards and three TDs while picking up 7.4 yards per carry.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: North Duplin was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 301 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 195 rushing yards in 13 consecutive games dating back to last season.
North Duplin didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Garris Warren and Holden Williams.
Rebels
| 08/28/25 @ Rosewood | 39-19 |
| 08/22/25 @ Southside | 27-0 |
| 11/01/24 @ Hobbton | 34-31 |
| 10/18/24 @ Union | 49-8 |
| 09/12/24 @ Lejeune | 62-14 |
| 08/29/24 @ Northside - Pinetown | 21-7 |
North Duplin pushed their record up to 2-0 with the victory, which was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season. The road wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 38.7 points over those games. As for Rosewood, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. North Duplin will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Spring Creek at 7:00 p.m. on September 5. As for Rosewood, they will welcome North Johnston at 7:00 p.m. on September 5.
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