East Wake dropped to 3-4 on Friday, ending the team's five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season. They had to suffer through a 42-0 loss at the hands of the Wake Forest Cougars. The game marked the first time this year in which the Warriors were not able to get on the board.
Maurice Maloy threw for 42 yards on eight of 16 attempts. Tzion Stone was his top target, picking up 38 receiving yards. On the ground, Nelson Ruffin rushed for 34 yards.
As for Wake Forest, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 3-4. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three matchups by 35 points or more this season.
Micah Olu was his usual excellent self, rushing for 158 yards and three scores on only 12 carries, while also picking up 40 receiving yards and one TD. He is becoming a predictor of Wake Forest's success: when he posts at least two rushing touchdowns the team is undefeated (and 0-4 when he doesn't). Landen Perry was another key player, throwing for 63 yards and a pair of touchdowns.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. East Wake will square off against rival Franklinton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Wake Forest is set to face off against their familiar foe Knightdale at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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