Knightdale was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They took a 27-21 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Heritage Huskies. The Knights lost against the Huskies in their previous head to head back in October of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 53-18 score last time.
Knightdale lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Jamel Perry, who threw for 201 yards and three touchdowns. Rashaun Covington was in the mix too, providing Knightdale with two touchdowns.
Even if they lost, Knightdale's defense still kept up the pressure with four sacks. In that department, Kristoffer Jones was the leader with two. He also set a new season high mark in total tackles with 12. Josiah Sturdivant was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making 16 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
LaDainian Person had an outrageously good game for Heritage as he rushed for 149 yards and two touchdowns.
Knightdale's record is now 1-6. As for Heritage, the victory snapped their losing streak at eight games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-6 record.
Knightdale will welcome Rolesville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Rolesville has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 158 points over their last three matches. As for Heritage, they are taking a road trip to take on Wake Forest at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Considering Wake Forest has lost three straight at home and Heritage five straight on the road (dating back to last season), this one might come down to who's more desperate to change their momentum.
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