Two winless teams square off in a battle for their first victory of the season as the West Bladen Knights (0-2) host the West Columbus Vikings (0-2) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both programs are eager to turn things around after early-season struggles, making this matchup an important opportunity to gain momentum.
Game Details
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Matchup: West Columbus (Cerro Gordo, NC) vs. West Bladen (Bladenboro, NC)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: West Bladen High School, Bladenboro, NC
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West Columbus Vikings (NC)
West Columbus enters 0-2 after tough losses to Whiteville and South Columbus. Despite their slow start, the Vikings have shown flashes of potential, led by Sincere McKinley, who averages 52.5 rushing yards per game. Their offense has averaged 14 points per game, but defensive lapses (allowing 104 total points) have cost them.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: 9,114
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State Rank (NC): 280
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Key to Win: Limit turnovers, slow down West Bladen’s rushing attack, and look for more defensive stops to avoid another high-scoring defeat.
Main Squad:
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Sincere McKinley – RB
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Devan Haire – QB
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Hunter Hester – WR/DB
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Ahmarie White – WR
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Ryan White – DB
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Jack Miller – OL
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Isaac Green – LB
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Chris Taylor – DL
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Luke Harris – WR
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Nathaniel Reed – CB
West Bladen Knights (NC)
The Knights are also 0-2, scoring just 12 total points in their first two contests. Quarterback Devan Haire and receiver Hunter Hester provide the bulk of their offensive spark, while Hester also leads the defense with 8.0 tackles per game. The Knights must find more consistency in finishing drives to break into the win column.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: 12,772
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State Rank (NC): 393
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Key to Win: Convert opportunities in the red zone and establish a stronger passing rhythm while leaning on defensive playmakers like Hester.
Main Squad:
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Devan Haire – QB
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Hunter Hester – WR/DB
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Caleb Owens – RB
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Ty’barious Young – WR
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Carter Gillis – WR
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Chris Evans – OL
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Ryan Foster – WR
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David Scott – DL
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Isaiah Green – DB
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Jack Allen – OL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| West Columbus | 9,114 (NC) | 280 | 0-2 |
| West Bladen | 12,772 (NC) | 393 | 0-2 |
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