The 2025 high school football season rolls on in North Carolina with a non-conference matchup as Fike (Wilson, NC) travels to face Ayden-Grifton (Ayden, NC) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter with momentum, eager to prove themselves as early contenders.
Game Details
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Matchup: Fike Golden Demons @ Ayden-Grifton Chargers
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Ayden-Grifton High School, Ayden, NC
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Fike Golden Demons
Fike is off to a hot start in 2025, opening the season 2-0 with impressive balance on both sides of the ball. Ranked #135 in North Carolina and #21 in their class, the Golden Demons have leaned on their passing attack and efficient defense to control games. With strong quarterback play and reliable receivers, they’ll look to extend their unbeaten run.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #5,095
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State Rank (NC): #135
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Class Rank: #21
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Key to Win: Maintain their aerial attack while slowing Ayden-Grifton’s ground game.
Main Squad:
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Sam Finch – QB (#12) – Offensive leader, averaging 219 passing yards per game.
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Zy’Quan Hines – RB (#2) – Powerful runner, 58.5 rushing yards per game.
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Darryl Loatman – WR (#4) – Top target with 66.5 receiving yards per game.
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Connor Spencer – LB (#9) – Defensive anchor with 8 tackles per game.
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Jayden Wallace – DB – Key secondary piece against Ayden-Grifton’s passing game.
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Malik Thompson – DL – Disruptive force on the defensive line.
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Terrence Brown – WR/DB – Two-way playmaker.
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Isaiah Barnes – LB – Run stopper in the middle.
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Chris Jordan – OL/DL – Veteran in the trenches.
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Aaron Blackwell – WR – Provides depth and speed on the outside.
Ayden-Grifton Chargers
The Chargers enter at 1-1, ranked #297 in North Carolina and #34 in their class. Their offense has been explosive, averaging 34 points per game, with a balanced rushing and passing attack. After a hard-fought win at home and a tough road loss, Ayden-Grifton now faces a stiff test against an undefeated Fike team.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #9,515
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State Rank (NC): #297
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Class Rank: #34
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Key to Win: Control possession with their running game and prevent big plays from Fike’s passing attack.
Main Squad:
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John Fields – QB (#4) – Dual-threat signal caller with 152 passing yards per game.
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Damari Quinnerly – RB (#12) – Ground game leader, averaging 64 rushing yards per game.
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Nygel Morgan – WR (#1) – Explosive receiver with 62 yards and 8 points per game.
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Larry Grier III – LB (#5) – Defensive leader, 11 tackles per game.
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Cam Johnson – OL/DL – Protects the QB and anchors the line.
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Tyrell Harris – WR/CB – Playmaker on both offense and defense.
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Marcus Evans – RB – Provides depth in the rushing attack.
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Anthony Taylor – DB – Key in slowing Fike’s receivers.
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Jamal Brooks – LB – Physical tackler at the second level.
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Trey Daniels – WR – Another reliable option in the passing game.
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Fike | #5,095 | #135 | #21 | 2-0 |
| Ayden-Grifton | #9,515 | #297 | #34 | 1-1 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
