North Gaston had lost eight straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 1-5 to make it nine. They were outmatched by the Ashbrook Greenwave and fell 44-0. While losing is never fun, the Wildcats can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina football rankings (they are ranked 290th, while the Greenwave are ranked 26th).
Even if they lost, North Gaston's defensive line still kept up the pressure with three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Sam Shaw, Jakais Austin, and Gage Phalin, who each picked up one sack apiece.
As for Ashbrook, the win keeps them at an undefeated 6-0. Those victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 12.5 points on average this season.
Ashbrook was led to victory by Aj McClain and Martino Smith. McClain rushed for 31 yards and one TD, while Smith rushed for 44 yards and one score.
Coincidentally, North Gaston and Ashbrook will both be playing Kings Mountain the next time they take the field. The Wildcats will head out to face the Mountaineers at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, while the Greenwave will host them at 7:30 p.m. on October 10.
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