Maiden Dominates at Halftime; Bandys and Newton-Conover Locked in Shootout

UPDATE: The high school football landscape in North Carolina is heating up as teams battle on the field. At halftime, Maiden High School leads with a commanding score of 19-0 against Foard, marking an impressive streak of 10 straight shutout quarters for their defense.

In a thrilling matchup, Bandys and Newton-Conover are in a high-scoring shootout, with Newton-Conover racking up an astonishing 28 points in the first half. The Trojans hit the end zone on their first four possessions, showcasing explosive plays from star players Jeremiah Pope and Camden Ezzard.

Meanwhile, Hickory is asserting its dominance once again, leading North Lincoln 49-0 early in the third quarter. This marks the fifth consecutive week Hickory will experience a running clock, a testament to their overwhelming performance.

In a significant development, the Newton-Conover defense, previously without a sack, managed to secure two in the last two minutes of the first half against Bandys. However, Bandys quarterback Brady Swett countered with a stunning 48-yard touchdown pass to Kayden Henrickson, giving Bandys a 35-28 advantage at halftime.

As the second half unfolds, all eyes are on Patton High School, which has yet to secure a victory since 2022. Currently, they lead Draughn 24-0 in the third quarter, with hopes of breaking their losing streak.

Stay tuned for the latest updates as these exciting matchups develop further. Fans are eager to see if Maiden can maintain their shutout streak, if Bandys can hold off Newton-Conover, and whether Patton can finally clinch a win.

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