The past weekend brought a cascade of high‑scoring contests and defensive turnarounds that kept local fans on the edge of their seats. From South Rowan’s explosive offense to West Rowan’s long‑awaited victory, the slate offered plenty of storylines to unpack.
South Rowan’s Offensive Surge
South Rowan rolled past Union Academy 41‑14, capitalizing on a powerful ground game that produced five rushing touchdowns. The effort was anchored by Brylan Sloop and Caleb Collins, while Nic Woolf and Owen Smith each found the end zone multiple times.
Salisbury’s Defensive Struggle
Salisbury’s defense generated several turnovers and sacks, but the offense could not break through until the fourth quarter, when Isaiah Foxx connected on a 35‑yard pass to DJ Geter for the team’s sole score in a 49‑7 loss to Forest Hills.
A.L. Brown’s Redemption
A.L. Brown avenged a season‑long defeat to Porter Ridge with a 38‑10 victory. AJ Settles and Lemar Grier led a balanced attack, while North Rowan’s defense limited the Browns to a single second‑half point.
West Rowan Ends a Quarter‑Century Drought
West Rowan broke a 25‑year winless streak against North Rowan by posting a 33‑18 triumph. Three rushing touchdowns from Devaunh White, plus scores by Quay Robinson and quarterback Aiden Donnelly, highlighted the effort. Defensive standouts Tennyson Kirk and Bryce White each recorded interceptions that shifted momentum.
Coaches Chris Walsh of South Rowan, Clayton Trivett of Salisbury, Josh Sophia of North Rowan and Louis Kraft of West Rowan praised the performances of players such as Dyaon Norman‑Jackson, who contributed a touchdown catch and an interception return, underscoring the depth of talent across the county.