E.E. Smith took a 29-point defeat the last time they faced off against Gray's Creek, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Golden Bulls came out on top in a nail-biter against the Bears on Friday, sneaking past 27-24. This was payback for the Golden Bulls, who suffered a 49-20 loss the last time these two teams met.
Quentin Nelson threw for 108 yards and one TD. David Hickmond was his top target, picking up 55 receiving yards and one touchdown.
Gray's Creek's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was K.J. Jackson, who threw for 150 yards and one touchdown, and also punched in one score on the ground. A healthy portion of Jackson's aerial production (100 yards to be exact) went to Dequan'Dj' Anthony.
Golden Bulls
| 09/19/25 @ Gray's Creek | 27-24 |
| 09/12/25 vs Pine Forest | 27-33 |
| 09/05/25 vs Terry Sanford | 14-42 |
| 08/29/25 vs Ashley | 19-17 |
| 08/22/25 @ Hillside | 0-22 |
E.E. Smith's victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-3. As for Gray's Creek, their loss dropped their record down to 3-2.
E.E. Smith and Gray's Creek will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next matchups. The next time the Golden Bulls see the field they'll take on St. Pauls at 7:00 p.m. on October 3. As for Gray's Creek, their break will end when they face Scotland at 7:00 p.m. on October 3.
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