South Lenoir was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 11th straight defeat dating back to last season. They took a blow against the Richlands Wildcats, falling 57-0. While losing is never fun, the Blue Devils can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina football rankings (they are ranked 395th, while the Wildcats are ranked 119th).
Richlands' win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Noah Leblanc, who rushed for 91 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries. Caleb Simco was another key player, rushing for 36 yards and two touchdowns.
South Lenoir's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Richlands, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
South Lenoir will challenge Kinston at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Richlands, they are taking a road trip to face off against Princeton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Richlands' defense has only allowed 3.5 points per game this season, so Princeton's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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