Holmes was the 20-9 winner over Rocky Mount when they last played one another back in September of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Holmes Aces had to suffer through a 57-6 loss at the hands of the Rocky Mount Gryphons.
Rocky Mount's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Ty?Lik Harrell led the charge by rushing for 119 yards and three touchdowns on only 14 carries. Another back making a difference was C?Quarhion Mitchell, who rushed for 97 yards and two touchdowns on only seven carries.
Holmes' loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Rocky Mount, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Holmes will challenge North Pitt at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Rocky Mount, they will take on Northeastern at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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