Greenbrier didn't have done well against Statesboro recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Greenbrier Wolfpack blew past the Statesboro Blue Devils 43-14 at home. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Wolfpack.
Greenbrier got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Brayden Stephens out in front who rushed for 92 yards on only 13 carries. The dominant performance gave him a new career- in rushing yards.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Greenbrier was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 295 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 208 rushing yards in four consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Greenbrier's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Verkaree Guyton. He is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made six or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season.
Although Statesboro took the loss, they still got scores from Ty Chambers and Gage Newsome.
Greenbrier now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Statesboro, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Greenbrier will have plenty of time to enjoy the win as they don't play again for a while. They'll take on Brunswick at 7:30 p.m. on September 20th. As for Statesboro, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Glynn Academy at 7:30 p.m.
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