The stage is set for a high-powered non-conference clash as the Ashbrook Greenwave (2-0) travel to face the Northwest Cabarrus Trojans (2-0) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both squads are undefeated to start the year, bringing explosive offenses and disciplined defenses into this early-season showdown.
Game Details
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Matchup: Ashbrook (Gastonia, NC) vs. Northwest Cabarrus (Concord, NC)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Northwest Cabarrus High School, Concord, NC
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Ashbrook Greenwave (NC)
Ashbrook has been dominant in their first two games, outscoring opponents 89–15 and averaging 44.5 points per contest. Running back Savion Lindsay has been the centerpiece of their offense, averaging 127 rushing yards per game while also contributing heavily in total yardage. Quarterback AJ McClain and wideout Tyler Morgan give the Greenwave a balanced attack through the air. Defensively, Ashbrook has been disruptive, averaging 3.5 sacks per game and nearly 60 tackles per outing.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: 2,821
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State Rank (NC): 74
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Key to Win: Continue to pound the ground game with Lindsay while applying defensive pressure to slow down Northwest Cabarrus’ rushing attack.
Main Squad:
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AJ McClain – QB
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Savion Lindsay – RB
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Tyler Morgan – WR
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Caleb Gordon – LB
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Quamell Scott – DL
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Eliot Johnson – OL
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Chris Taylor – DL
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Isaac Green – LB
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Ryan White – DB
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Nathaniel Reed – CB
Northwest Cabarrus Trojans (NC)
The Trojans have also come out strong, sitting at 2-0 with a slightly tighter margin of victory, averaging 25.5 points per game. Running back Titus Troy leads the way with an outstanding 131.5 rushing yards per game, while quarterback Hudson Irwin directs the passing attack. Defensively, linebacker Zack Riddle has been a standout, averaging 7.5 tackles per game, while lineman Terren Miranda brings pressure up front. With a nearly balanced 297.5 total yards per game, the Trojans are capable of grinding out tough wins.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: 2,781
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State Rank (NC): 72
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Key to Win: Utilize the power run game with Troy to control time of possession and limit Ashbrook’s offensive opportunities.
Main Squad:
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Hudson Irwin – QB
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Titus Troy – RB
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Ja’ziyah McLean – WR
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Zack Riddle – LB
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Terren Miranda – DL
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David Scott – DL
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Tyrese Walker – LB
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Isaiah Green – DB
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Ryan Foster – WR
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Jordan Miller – CB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Ashbrook | 2,821 (NC) | 74 | 2-0 |
| Northwest Cabarrus | 2,781 (NC) | 72 | 2-0 |
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