Two teams heading in opposite directions will square off Friday night as the Lee County Yellow Jackets (0-2) visit the Overhills Jaguars (2-0) in a non-conference battle on September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Lee County is still searching for its first win after back-to-back losses, while Overhills has surged to a perfect start behind an explosive offense and physical defense. This matchup will test whether the Jaguars can stay unbeaten or if the Yellow Jackets can finally break through.
Game Details
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Matchup: Lee County (NC) vs. Overhills (NC)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Overhills High School, Spring Lake, NC
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Lee County Yellow Jackets (0-2)
The Yellow Jackets have endured a tough start, scoring just 21 points through two contests while giving up 68. QB Aiden Poole has been the bright spot, averaging 145 passing yards per game, with WR Javonte Randall emerging as a dependable target. However, the run game has been stagnant, averaging only 32.5 yards per contest. Defensively, Cody Graham and Daniel Prince have tried to anchor the front, but the Jackets will need a much stronger performance to compete with Overhills’ high-scoring offense.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #6,098
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State Rank (NC): #168
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Key to Win: Protect Poole in the pocket and generate big plays in the passing game while tightening up their run defense.
Main Squad:
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#10 Aiden Poole – QB
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#0 Brandon Baldwin – RB
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#17 Javonte Randall – WR
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#12 Marcus Cole – WR
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#55 Jordan Mitchell – OL
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#63 Alex Carter – OL
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#4 Cody Graham – LB
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#40 Daniel Prince – DL
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#21 Isaiah Moore – DB
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#5 Malik Taylor – DB
Overhills Jaguars (2-0)
The Jaguars have opened the season on fire, averaging 36 points per game while beating Southern Lee and Harnett Central convincingly. RB Braden Bryant has been the offensive workhorse, piling up 146 rushing yards per game, while QB Gabriel Valenzuela-Sherman adds balance with a short passing game. Defensively, LB Aaron Frink has led the way with 12 tackles per game and also contributes pressure in the backfield. Overhills’ ability to control both lines of scrimmage has made them one of the early surprises of the season.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #5,604
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State Rank (NC): #150
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Key to Win: Keep leaning on Bryant’s rushing attack to wear down Lee County, while letting their front seven dictate the game defensively.
Main Squad:
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#17 Braden Bryant – RB
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#9 Gabriel Valenzuela-Sherman – QB
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#8 Jadyn Goldwire – WR
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#7 Noah Smith – WR
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#71 Corey Harris – OL
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#65 Michael Thompson – OL
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#33 Aaron Frink – LB
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#40 Jalen Carter – LB
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#10 Anthony Atunku – DL
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#4 Marcus Hall – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (NC) | Overall Record |
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| Lee County | #6,098 | #168 | 0-2 |
| Overhills | #5,604 | #150 | 2-0 |
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