Alexander Central won the last time they faced Ashe County, and things went their way on Friday too. The Alexander Central Cougars came out on top against the Ashe County Huskies by a score of 27-18. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Cougars.
Alexander Central got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Wade Queen out in front who rushed for 47 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 97 yards and a touchdown on only seven passes. That's the most rushing yards Queen has posted since back in August. Another rusher making a difference was Maurice Howell Jr., who rushed for 66 yards and a touchdown.
Alexander Central didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Adian Baity and Jaheim Redmond.
When it comes to explaining why Ashe County lost, don't look at Ian Graybeal. Despite the final result, he picked up 144 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Ashe County also got help from Bridger Fairchild, who showed off his sure hands for 98 receiving yards.
The victory got Alexander Central back to even at 5-5. As for Ashe County, they dropped their record down to 4-6 with the loss, which was their fourth straight at home.
Alexander Central will venture away from home to face off against Mooresville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mooresville will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something Alexander Central surely won't give up without a fight. Ashe County does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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