Western Harnett is on a seven-game streak of home losses also dating back to last season, Overhills a five-game streak of away losses also dating back to last season, but someone's luck is about to change on Friday. The Western Harnett Eagles will welcome the Overhills Jaguars at 7:00 p.m.
It's never fun to lose, and it's even less fun to lose 61-14, which was the final score in Western Harnett's tilt against Pine Forest on Thursday. While losing is never fun, the Eagles can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina football rankings (they are ranked 355th, while the Trojans are ranked 132nd).
Western Harnett's loss came about despite a quality game from A.J. Manning, who rushed for 126 yards and a touchdown on only 13 carries. Manning really tore up the turf during one magnificent 89-yard run. Braedyn Kerns got in on the action too, returning a kick for a touchdown.
Meanwhile, while Overhills put up some points on Thursday, the same can't be said for E.E. Smith. Overhills enjoyed a cozy 14-0 win over E.E. Smith. The victory was some much needed relief for the Jaguars as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Overhills wouldn't let E.E. Smith keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. Overhills can thank Tejawn Weir and Jordan Frink for forcing all of them. Weir also set a new season high mark in total tackles with nine.
Western Harnett's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Overhills, their win bumped their record up to 2-3.
Friday's contest might be decided in the trenches. Western Harnett has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 191 rushing yards per game. It's a different story for Overhills, though, as they've been averaging only 60.2. How will they fare against such a dominant running game?
Western Harnett was taken down by Overhills 45-7 in their previous meeting back in September of 2023. Will Western Harnett have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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