The opening night of the season turned into a nail‑biter for Wilson High School, as the Warriors dropped a 41‑40 decision to Mayfair in a game that swung back and forth until the final whistle.
Wide receiver Kyle Harris was the offensive catalyst, hauling in four touchdowns — two on reception, two on returns — and amassing nearly 100 yards of total production before a late penalty halted a potential game‑winning drive.
Starting quarterback Logan Trafas orchestrated a pivotal three‑play series that culminated in a 26‑yard scoring pass to Harris, but the Warriors could not convert the extra point that would have tied the contest.
Running back Jemel Grigsby, a three‑star recruit, exited early after a lower‑body injury, removing a key weapon from Wilson’s ground attack and forcing the offense to rely more heavily on the passing game.
Mayfair’s senior running back Braxton Johnson and junior quarterback Lukasz Shriver answered the early surge with their own scoring drives, capitalizing on a botched punt and a squib‑kick return by Harris to regain the lead.
Coach Raudric Curtis, who previously guided Mayfair before taking the helm at Wilson, reflected on the narrow loss, emphasizing the need for better execution on special teams and discipline in the red zone.
Looking Ahead
Despite the setback, Wilson’s coaching staff is already focusing on refining the offensive scheme and shoring up special‑team fundamentals as the schedule progresses.
The close contest underscores the growing competitiveness of high school football in the region, with both programs showing flashes of promise for the remainder of the season.