Mike Hollins and Malik Washington help Virginia stun No. 10 North Carolina 31-27
Mike Hollins ran for three touchdowns and Malik Washington had the go-ahead scoring catch in the fourth quarter to help Virginia beat No. 10 North Carolina 31-27.
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North Crossโ James Jackson, Patrick Henryโs Trace Pedigo sign to play at the next level
ROANOKE, Va. โ On Friday, North Cross senior James Jackson signed to play football at UVA with plans to enroll early in January. He had 77 tackles, 8 tackles for loss, and 9 sacks during this fallโs shortened season. Patrick Henryโs Trace Pedigo also put pen to paper. While heโs hopeful for a senior season, heโs ready for the next chapter. Just being able to actually go play division I sports is Godโs blessing,โ he said.
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North Cross Raiders and Virginia Spartans to square off on Friday
ROANOKE, Va. โ Itโs been a long time coming, but the North Cross Raiders will open the season on Friday against the Virginia Spartans. The Raiders are notorious for their explosive offense, but quarterback Gabe Zappia said thereโs one thing that makes them stand out this year. Same with Michael Mack too, those guys are fast.โBut Spartans assistant coach David Heckman said their experience last week helped prepare them for players like Virginia commit James Jackson. And the Spartans have play makers to get after the ball, โTheyโve got some talented guys, big bodies, theyโre tough. I know weโre one of the only teams in southwest Virginia playing,โ said senior Carlton Ward.