Mecklenburg County lost against Amherst County back in September of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Mecklenburg County Phoenix were outmatched by the Amherst County Lancers at home and fell 34-7. The loss was the Phoenix's first of the season.
Jackson Gray threw for 130 yards on 15 of 29 attempts.
Shemareon Rainey was his top target, picking up 67 receiving yards.
Devonte Wade was a one-man wrecking crew for Amherst County as he rushed for 100 yards and a touchdown on only 14 carries. Tres Liggon was in the mix as well, providing Amherst County with three touchdowns.
Having lost for the first time this season, Mecklenburg County fell to 2-1. As for Amherst County, the victory got them back to even at 1-1.
Mecklenburg County will challenge Lunenburg Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Amherst County, they will face off against Liberty Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Amherst County is out to stop a three-game streak of losses at home dating back to last season.
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