The Millbrook Wildcats (2-0, Raleigh, NC) will put their undefeated start on the line against the Wake Forest Cougars (0-2, Wake Forest, NC) in a non-conference clash on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The Wildcats have opened the season with dominant defensive play, while Wake Forest is still searching for its first win after two tough road losses.
Game Details
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Matchup: Millbrook Wildcats vs Wake Forest Cougars
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Date & Time: Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 @ 7:00 PM
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Location: Wake Forest High School, Wake Forest, NC
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Millbrook Wildcats (2-0)
Millbrook has established itself as a top-20 program in North Carolina with back-to-back wins, outscoring opponents 70–13. The Wildcats are averaging 35 points per game while holding opponents to just 6.5 points per contest, thanks to a well-balanced defense led by LB Quinton Cypher, who averages 22 tackles per game with 1 sack per game. On offense, RB Brilison McCullers is pacing the run game with 85 rushing yards per game and 18 points scored through two weeks. QB Bryson Gray has kept defenses honest with 96 passing yards per game, often targeting WR Malachi Thomas (73 receiving ypg). The key for Millbrook will be maintaining its defensive dominance while avoiding costly mistakes on the road.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #703
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State Rank (NC): #15
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Key to Win: Continue controlling the trenches and let McCullers set the tone offensively.
Main Squad:
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#1 Bryson Gray – QB
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#3 Brilison McCullers – RB
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#6 Malachi Thomas – WR
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#2 Quinton Cypher – LB
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#8 Marcus Jones – DB
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#5 Cameron White – WR/DB
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#10 Jalen Carter – RB
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#52 Elijah Mitchell – OL/DL
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#9 Tyrese Hunter – DB
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#15 Xavier Foster – WR
Wake Forest Cougars (0-2)
Once one of the state’s most dominant programs, Wake Forest has stumbled out of the gate, allowing 82 total points in two games while averaging 21 points per outing. Despite the struggles, the Cougars have shown promise in their ground attack behind RB Micah Olu, who is averaging 142 rushing yards per game and 145 total yards per game, providing a consistent offensive spark. QB Owen McNair has managed the passing game with 21 passing yards per game, while WR Stefon Singleton has been his most reliable target. Defensively, Sanjaya Carroll leads with 4 tackles per game and has added a half sack. For Wake Forest to upset Millbrook, they will need to limit turnovers and maximize ball control through Olu’s rushing ability.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #2,635
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State Rank (NC): #67
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Key to Win: Feed Olu early and often while tightening up defensive coverage against Millbrook’s run-pass balance.
Main Squad:
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#8 Micah Olu – RB
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#12 Owen McNair – QB
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#17 Stefon Singleton – WR
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#3 Sanjaya Carroll – LB
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#4 Jaylen Brooks – DB
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#21 Tyson Carter – WR/DB
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#6 Noah Allen – RB
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#56 Chris Matthews – OL/DL
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#11 Malachi Grant – DB
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#20 Devin Harris – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Record |
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| Millbrook | #703 | #15 (NC) | 2-0 |
| Wake Forest | #2,635 | #67 (NC) | 0-2 |
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