Wheeler had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 25-21 hit to the loss column at the hands of the North Forsyth Raiders. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it five in a row.
When it comes to explaining why Wheeler lost, don't look at Greg Kendrick. Despite the final result, he rushed for 118 yards and a pair of touchdowns, and also picked up 41 receiving yards. Kendrick was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 53 yards.
Darron Parry had a dynamite game For North Forsyth., rushing for 129 yards and two scores. Those 129 rushing yards gave Parry a new career-high.
Coming up, Wheeler will head out to square off against Harrison at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for North Forsyth, they will welcome Creekview at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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