North Buncombe had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell 20-7 to the Cherokee Braves. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it six in a row.
Dawson Panther looked great while leading his team to the win, throwing for 255 yards and a pair of TDs while picking up 12.8 yards per attempt, and also punching in one rushing score. Those 255 passing yards gave him a new career-high. Tsu-La Howlingcrane also helped out as he racked up 101 receiving yards.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. North Buncombe will square off against Rosman at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Cherokee, they will face off against Tuscola at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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