Weldon had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 14-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Roanoke Rapids Yellowjackets. The Chargers haven't had much luck with the Yellowjackets recently, as the team's come up short the last six times they've met.
Weldon wouldn't let Roanoke Rapids keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Weldon can thank Jayden Gregory and Jahmari Martin for forcing both of them. Gregory's also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, forcing a fumble and making seven total tackles.
Among those leading the charge was Bobby Hawkins Jr, who rushed for 90 yards and a touchdown.
The win made it two in a row for Roanoke Rapids and bumps their season record up to 2-0.
Weldon will take on Rocky Mount Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Roanoke Rapids, they will play host again on Friday to welcome Pine Lake Prep, where kickoff is scheduled at 7:00 p.m.
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