Gates County's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 28-26 win over the Bertie Falcons. For the Red Barons, this counts as revenge for the 30-20 loss the Falcons walked away with the last time they faced one another back in October of 2023.
Gates County pushed their record up to 5-2 with the victory, which was their third straight at home. As for Bertie, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.
Gates County is taking a road trip to face off against Washington County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Gates County's defense has only allowed 13.9 points per game this season, so Washington County's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Bertie, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Perquimans at 7:00 p.m.
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