1.Mount Airy
Bears had a solid comeback last week and relied on their powerful O. Defense still needs time; they will face a solid challenge this week from Elkin who has their best line since the start of the decade. Will challenge MA’s defense and lineplay. MA will have speed edge and should pass it around aplenty.
2.East Surry
Another solid night for the Pilot Cards. East finished 1A stretch of their non con schedule with no real challenge. Will face 4 2A+ schools the next 4 games; will get battle tested more than the first two games.
3. West Stokes
As expected West’s O is looking solid but defense needs work. Gave up way too many big play passes last week. This week West will face another solid challenge in Starmount who played West very hard last year.
4. Elkin
The Elks have their most physical squad in 7 years and are feeling feisty. However their D has a ways to go before they can get to the 00’s era defense. Despite the score last week NS passed it at will on Elkin’s D in the first half and I expect MA to strive for that as well. However it could be another close matchup for MA if the Bears aren’t prepared.
5. North Surry
After a wacky opening win over a much improved North Forsyth squad the ‘Hounds had another wacky game in week 2. North showed their youth in some crucial moments last week in the 2nd half which harmed their chances however the ‘Hounds have shown seeds of promise down the line for WPAC play. The ‘Hounds will face 3 of the best 1A teams in the west before conference play starts but it will make them battle tested and more experienced in the long run. Don’t count North out just yet..
6. Wilkes Central
The Eagles were walloped by one of the 3A west’s best squads last week in Alexander Central very convincingly. This was to be expected as Turner put this game on the schedule for that reason however the Eagles are still 0-2 after that NI upset and badly need some momentum before conference starts. WC should get that vs. Surry Central this week; a very young squad who’s struggling to produce. However this is a very wacky rivalry that has had some odd moments over the years so expect anything in Dobson Friday. Like NS don’t count the Eagles out just yet.
7. South Stokes
The Sauras let a statement win fall thru their fingers rather epically last week in Hays in a game they should have won quite easily. NW pulled a Bishop and showed South’s faults rather convincingly as the Saura D fell apart rather epically vs. NW’s pass. Things won’t get any easier for the Saura’s this week as they head to Randolph county and play a hard fighting Trinity squad who came off a tough one vs. Bishop last week. Last year this game went to OT as South had to fight for a much needed W. May very well be this way again; South needs a W quite badly.
8. Ashe County
Last week was a disappointment in Husky country as the Pioneers shut the Huskies down and they couldn’t do much of anything. However this is not the end of the Jefferson boys season as they have 2 more games on the murder’s row streak to go and they face the buzzsaw known as Hibriten. Ashe’s goal here should be to fight for respect and avoid the shutout in Caldwell county. Next week’s game meanwhile looks very winnable for the Huskies as West Caldwell is very down and out right now.
9. Starmount
10. North Wilkes
The Vikings managed to not choke for once which is a huge thing for them as they have been known for it a lot in Chipman’s run. They had a solid 2nd half showing and son of Chipman had a coming out party. This week the Vikes are off before going to Danbury next week for what they expect is an easy W vs. North Stokes. Game 4 should be another thriller for the Vikes as they face a very stubborn Forbush squad.
11. East Wilkes
East slayed the dragons on their back last week and owned Surry Central all over the field. The win gave Wilmoth his first W and calmed a lot of the Ronda folks down. However things won’t get much easier for the Ronda Cards as they head to East Bend to face the ‘Bush who has let two wins slip away from them. This game has traditionally been one that East was humilated in for most of the decade how the Cards have turned it around the last few years. This game will show a ton for what EW has in physicality.
12. West Wilkes
13. Forbush
Despite being so young the ‘Bush has played hard in two thriller contests to open the season. Hard to say how to judge this squad; on one hand they overperformed quite a bit vs. a more experienced WW squad and played rival NI as hard as I expected but it’s hard to say if it’s a fluke or a sign of potential talent in East Bend. This week’s matchup vs. EW will show a lot of what the Falcons will offer come conference time. The next 3 games for the Bush will be physical challenges that the Bush boys have to be ready for because they all resemble teams that they will face in WPAC time.
14. Walkertown
The Wolfpack much like the Hays boys managed to pull victory out of the jaws of defeat as WSP blew an 18 point lead in the 4th quarter and WT ended it’s 2 year winless streak with a comeback much like in 2016. However there is much to worry about in Walkertown as the ‘Pack gave up 32 points and 406 yards of offense to the Phoenix which is never a good sign. That defense still needs a lot of work however the run game for the ‘Pack is very stout even if the passing game is non existent. Parkland is coming calling and they are looking for another easy win.
15. Bishop McGuiness
For the 2nd week in a row the Villains showed that they are a very stubborn squad and played Trinity to an 8 point game. This shows the Bishop boys are very hard fighters and want to play everyone hard. It might be a fun season in Kernersville and they have a great shot at getting a W this week as they host Alleghany this week at home.
16. WS Prep
The Phoenix have got to be disgusted with their performance in the 4th quarter last week. They let a program defining upset slip thru their hands very late; not many of them come often so the Prepsters need to make the most of those chances. This week it doesn’t get much easier as the face the saw of the RJR offense behind it’s very solid senior QB who destroyed Atkins last week like it was 2nd nature. Game 4 offers the Phoenix a chance at a solid win vs. a very young Christ the King squad.
17. Alleghany
18.Atkins
The Camels were humiliated again and perhaps even worse than the opener last week as RJR ran the ball with ease on them. The Demons couldn’t stop scoring on the Camels even without their starting QB (RJR only had 10 yards passing with the backup.) The Camels are struggling bad on both sides of the ball and have had to move some of their more talented JV kids up to fill holes. The Camels are very young and will be taking some lumps this year. This week won’t get any easier for them as a jamming Reagan squad hosts Atkins. Last year Atkins stirred up trouble in pre game vs. the Raiders and regretted it quite early as Reagan let them remember it. Will the Raiders have that chip on their backs again?
19. Carver
The Jackets were decimated with a resounding thud last week as Oak Grove came ready to play with a surprise onside kick and the Jackets could never recover. OG scored 2 TD’s in the first 4 minutes and put them away in the 2nd quarter. Carver just couldn’t slow down the momentum and struggled on defense quite badly. However their offense had some production and had 2 TD’s which is a + for them. However this game was a solid disappointment for Carver as many expected it to be their best chance at a non conference win. Things might not be much easier as they go to Kernersville to play a younger Glenn squad this week. Glenn’s having it’s struggles as well and badly needs a boost. This one will either be close or a win for the Bobcats. Games 4 and 5 look much more challenging for the Jackets.
20. Surry Central
21.North Stokes
Bears had a solid comeback last week and relied on their powerful O. Defense still needs time; they will face a solid challenge this week from Elkin who has their best line since the start of the decade. Will challenge MA’s defense and lineplay. MA will have speed edge and should pass it around aplenty.
2.East Surry
Another solid night for the Pilot Cards. East finished 1A stretch of their non con schedule with no real challenge. Will face 4 2A+ schools the next 4 games; will get battle tested more than the first two games.
3. West Stokes
As expected West’s O is looking solid but defense needs work. Gave up way too many big play passes last week. This week West will face another solid challenge in Starmount who played West very hard last year.
4. Elkin
The Elks have their most physical squad in 7 years and are feeling feisty. However their D has a ways to go before they can get to the 00’s era defense. Despite the score last week NS passed it at will on Elkin’s D in the first half and I expect MA to strive for that as well. However it could be another close matchup for MA if the Bears aren’t prepared.
5. North Surry
After a wacky opening win over a much improved North Forsyth squad the ‘Hounds had another wacky game in week 2. North showed their youth in some crucial moments last week in the 2nd half which harmed their chances however the ‘Hounds have shown seeds of promise down the line for WPAC play. The ‘Hounds will face 3 of the best 1A teams in the west before conference play starts but it will make them battle tested and more experienced in the long run. Don’t count North out just yet..
6. Wilkes Central
The Eagles were walloped by one of the 3A west’s best squads last week in Alexander Central very convincingly. This was to be expected as Turner put this game on the schedule for that reason however the Eagles are still 0-2 after that NI upset and badly need some momentum before conference starts. WC should get that vs. Surry Central this week; a very young squad who’s struggling to produce. However this is a very wacky rivalry that has had some odd moments over the years so expect anything in Dobson Friday. Like NS don’t count the Eagles out just yet.
7. South Stokes
The Sauras let a statement win fall thru their fingers rather epically last week in Hays in a game they should have won quite easily. NW pulled a Bishop and showed South’s faults rather convincingly as the Saura D fell apart rather epically vs. NW’s pass. Things won’t get any easier for the Saura’s this week as they head to Randolph county and play a hard fighting Trinity squad who came off a tough one vs. Bishop last week. Last year this game went to OT as South had to fight for a much needed W. May very well be this way again; South needs a W quite badly.
8. Ashe County
Last week was a disappointment in Husky country as the Pioneers shut the Huskies down and they couldn’t do much of anything. However this is not the end of the Jefferson boys season as they have 2 more games on the murder’s row streak to go and they face the buzzsaw known as Hibriten. Ashe’s goal here should be to fight for respect and avoid the shutout in Caldwell county. Next week’s game meanwhile looks very winnable for the Huskies as West Caldwell is very down and out right now.
9. Starmount
10. North Wilkes
The Vikings managed to not choke for once which is a huge thing for them as they have been known for it a lot in Chipman’s run. They had a solid 2nd half showing and son of Chipman had a coming out party. This week the Vikes are off before going to Danbury next week for what they expect is an easy W vs. North Stokes. Game 4 should be another thriller for the Vikes as they face a very stubborn Forbush squad.
11. East Wilkes
East slayed the dragons on their back last week and owned Surry Central all over the field. The win gave Wilmoth his first W and calmed a lot of the Ronda folks down. However things won’t get much easier for the Ronda Cards as they head to East Bend to face the ‘Bush who has let two wins slip away from them. This game has traditionally been one that East was humilated in for most of the decade how the Cards have turned it around the last few years. This game will show a ton for what EW has in physicality.
12. West Wilkes
13. Forbush
Despite being so young the ‘Bush has played hard in two thriller contests to open the season. Hard to say how to judge this squad; on one hand they overperformed quite a bit vs. a more experienced WW squad and played rival NI as hard as I expected but it’s hard to say if it’s a fluke or a sign of potential talent in East Bend. This week’s matchup vs. EW will show a lot of what the Falcons will offer come conference time. The next 3 games for the Bush will be physical challenges that the Bush boys have to be ready for because they all resemble teams that they will face in WPAC time.
14. Walkertown
The Wolfpack much like the Hays boys managed to pull victory out of the jaws of defeat as WSP blew an 18 point lead in the 4th quarter and WT ended it’s 2 year winless streak with a comeback much like in 2016. However there is much to worry about in Walkertown as the ‘Pack gave up 32 points and 406 yards of offense to the Phoenix which is never a good sign. That defense still needs a lot of work however the run game for the ‘Pack is very stout even if the passing game is non existent. Parkland is coming calling and they are looking for another easy win.
15. Bishop McGuiness
For the 2nd week in a row the Villains showed that they are a very stubborn squad and played Trinity to an 8 point game. This shows the Bishop boys are very hard fighters and want to play everyone hard. It might be a fun season in Kernersville and they have a great shot at getting a W this week as they host Alleghany this week at home.
16. WS Prep
The Phoenix have got to be disgusted with their performance in the 4th quarter last week. They let a program defining upset slip thru their hands very late; not many of them come often so the Prepsters need to make the most of those chances. This week it doesn’t get much easier as the face the saw of the RJR offense behind it’s very solid senior QB who destroyed Atkins last week like it was 2nd nature. Game 4 offers the Phoenix a chance at a solid win vs. a very young Christ the King squad.
17. Alleghany
18.Atkins
The Camels were humiliated again and perhaps even worse than the opener last week as RJR ran the ball with ease on them. The Demons couldn’t stop scoring on the Camels even without their starting QB (RJR only had 10 yards passing with the backup.) The Camels are struggling bad on both sides of the ball and have had to move some of their more talented JV kids up to fill holes. The Camels are very young and will be taking some lumps this year. This week won’t get any easier for them as a jamming Reagan squad hosts Atkins. Last year Atkins stirred up trouble in pre game vs. the Raiders and regretted it quite early as Reagan let them remember it. Will the Raiders have that chip on their backs again?
19. Carver
The Jackets were decimated with a resounding thud last week as Oak Grove came ready to play with a surprise onside kick and the Jackets could never recover. OG scored 2 TD’s in the first 4 minutes and put them away in the 2nd quarter. Carver just couldn’t slow down the momentum and struggled on defense quite badly. However their offense had some production and had 2 TD’s which is a + for them. However this game was a solid disappointment for Carver as many expected it to be their best chance at a non conference win. Things might not be much easier as they go to Kernersville to play a younger Glenn squad this week. Glenn’s having it’s struggles as well and badly needs a boost. This one will either be close or a win for the Bobcats. Games 4 and 5 look much more challenging for the Jackets.
20. Surry Central
21.North Stokes