This Saturday at 7 p.m.,
Carter-Finley Stadium will be the battleground for the NCHSAA 4A State
Championship, featuring a tough, physical matchup between Weddington High School and
Hoggard High School. Both teams have shown remarkable resilience and skill throughout the season,
earning their spots in this highly anticipated championship game.
Team Overview
Hoggard, with an average of 42.6
points per game, has shown a strong offensive presence throughout the season.
Their key players include #22 M’kel Bellamy, who averages 58.5 rushing yards
per game, and #15 Hudson Wilharm, who contributes 183.0 passing yards per game.
On the defensive side, #21 Reagan Printy leads with an average of 12.4 tackles
per game.
Weddington, on the other hand,
has a balanced approach with an average of 37.5 points per game. Their offense
is led by #34 Nick Diamond, who averages 68.2 rushing yards per game, and #12
Tyler Budge, who contributes 197.3 passing yards per game. On defense, #4
Gannon Anthony leads with an average of 8.2 tackles per game.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced Chapel Hill
this season, with Hoggard winning 52-0 and Weddington winning 66-13. This
common opponent provides a glimpse into the potential dynamics of the upcoming
championship game.
The Road to the
Championship
Hoggard’s journey to the
championship has been marked by impressive victories, including a 41-20 win
over Cardinal Gibbons. Weddington, despite a couple of losses, has shown
resilience, bouncing back with a 34-14 win over Independence.
As we look forward to this weekend’s championship game, it’s clear that both teams bring a unique set of strengths to the table. It will be exciting to see how these dynamics play out on the field. Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling showdown at Carter-Finley Stadium!
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