Roanoke Rapids was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They took a 27-14 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Wake Prep Academy Guardians. While the Yellowjackets had to settle for second, they closed the game well in the third quarter, where they outscored the Guardians 7-0.
When it comes to explaining why Roanoke Rapids lost, don't look at Bobby Hawkins Jr. Despite the final result, he rushed for 105 yards and two TDs.
Roanoke Rapids' defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Wake Prep Academy, the win (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 4-2.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Roanoke Rapids will square off against rival Nash Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Wake Prep Academy is set to take on their familiar foe Bunn at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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