Hickory Ridge couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They had to suffer through a 40-6 loss at the hands of the Robinson Bulldogs. While losing is never fun, the Ragin' Bulls can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina football rankings (they are ranked 157th, while the Bulldogs are ranked 32nd).
Nathan Futch threw for 122 yards and a touchdown.
Joell Wooten was his top target, picking up 60 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Robinson to victory, but perhaps none more so than LJ Watson, who rushed for 75 yards and two touchdowns. Jon Bissonnette was another key signal caller, throwing for 215 yards and a touchdown.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hickory Ridge will welcome Independence at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hopefully Hickory Ridge focused on turnovers this week as team gave up five on Friday. As for Robinson, they will take on West Cabarrus at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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