Rocky Mount Holds Off Southern Nash
Despite a rocky second half, the Gryphons secured a key conference win over Southern Nash.
The Gryphons remained undefeated in the Big East 5A/6A Conference with a 22-20 victory over the Firebirds, despite going scoreless in the final two quarters of play.
- Rocky Mount held a 22-13 lead at the half but only managed 39 yards of offense after the break.
- Southern Nash cut the lead to 22-20 with 27 seconds left in the third quarter on a 1-yard TD plunge by sophomore back Weston Crocker.
The Gryphons did not score in the second half, but it was enough for a key conference win over Southern Nash.
Author's summary: Rocky Mount wins 22-20 over Southern Nash.