These schools have been rivals since 1965 when the first game was played. They play within the same football conference and the outcome of the game usually has large playoff implications. Eastern Alamance won last season’s contest by a score of 41-20. Western Alamance looks to rebound this season and defend their home turf when the rivalry resumes.
MVP
Jason Ball
Eastern Alamance
SCHOLAR ATHLETES
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Zack Oakley
Western Alamance
Zack was voted captain of the Western Alamance football team. He also plays baseball for the Warriors. Zack is a member of the National Honor society and currently holding a 4.29 GPA. Zack plan to play football in college after graduating.
Brent Wheeley
Eastern Alamance
Brent was All conference in football as well as All Academic Conference.
Brent is on the Honor Roll and was selected for the AP scholar award, Brent is currently holding a 4.2 GPA and plans to attend college after graduating.
GAME SUMMARY
An early pick 6 for Western put them on the board 7-0. Eastern reciprocated with a touchdown and tied the score up at 7. Western scored and sent the game into halftime with a score of 13-7. A TD by the Eagles in the 3rd claimed the early second-half lead 13-14. A touchdown plus the extra point put Western up 22-13. In the 4th quarter, Eastern secured a field goal threatening the Warriors’ win. The Warriors won the battle tonight in North Carolina with a final score of 22-16.
