Western Harnett was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 18th straight defeat dating back to last season. They were dealt a 40-8 loss at the hands of the E.E. Smith Golden Bulls. The Eagles were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 26-0.
Western Harnett didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Creig Matthews and Braedyn Kerns.
E.E. Smith found their leader in freshman Nicholas Smith, who threw for 221 yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 47 yards. A healthy portion of Smith's aerial production (98 yards to be exact) went to Aundre `Davis, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Western Harnett's defeat dropped their record down to 0-8. As for E.E. Smith, they moved to 2-6 with that win, which also ended their five-game losing streak.
Western Harnett didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 14-7 loss against Westover on the 25th. E.E. Smith has also already played their next game, a 35-8 defeat against Terry Sanford on the 25th.
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