North Gaston had lost five straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 1-1 to make it six. They fell 34-27 to the Stuart W. Cramer Storm. The Wildcats were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Storm apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
Keldon Williams and Camden Kanupp certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. Williams gained 150 total yards and a touchdown, while Kanupp rushed for 30 yards and two scores.
As for Stuart W. Cramer, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it. 34 seems to be a good number for them as the team scooped up a win with the same number of points in their previous game.
Stuart W. Cramer's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Clee Phillips led the charge by throwing for 199 yards and three TDs while completing 75% of his passes, and also rushing for 41 yards. Landon Lee was Phillips' top target, picking up 90 receiving yards and a pair of touchdowns.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. North Gaston will welcome Concord at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Stuart W. Cramer, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Bessemer City at 7:30 p.m. on the 12th.
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