Two Greensboro power programs collide when the Northwest Guilford Vikings (1-1) travel across town to face the Northern Guilford Nighthawks (1-1) in a highly anticipated non-conference showdown. Both teams enter at .500 but bring contrasting strengths — Northwest leans on a strong passing attack, while Northern has a punishing run game and hard-hitting defense.
Game Details
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Matchup: Northwest Guilford @ Northern Guilford
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Northern Guilford High School (Greensboro, NC)
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Northwest Guilford Vikings
The Vikings opened their season with a win but dropped their second game, and now face another tough road test. Offensively, they’ve leaned on QB Ferrell Price, who is averaging an impressive 268 passing yards per game, connecting often with WR Rakem Hammock (82.5 receiving yards/game). RB Easton Dean provides balance on the ground with 46.5 rushing yards per game. Defensively, LB Austin Jackson leads with 9.5 tackles/game, while DE Rob Lange adds pass-rush pressure.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #1,225
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State Rank (NC): #28
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Class Rank: #10
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Key to Win: Protect Price in the pocket and limit Northern’s run game.
Main Squad (Spotlight):
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#8 Ferrell Price – QB (268 passing yds/game, 277 total yds/game)
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#2 Rakem Hammock – WR (82.5 receiving yds/game)
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#3 Easton Dean – RB (46.5 rushing yds/game)
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#5 Austin Jackson – LB (9.5 tackles/game)
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#1 Rob Lange – DL (0.8 sacks/game)
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#41 Jackson Lampert – K (1 pt/game)
Northern Guilford Nighthawks
Northern Guilford bounced back after a tough 33-10 loss to East Forsyth, responding with a strong win. Their offense is powered by RB Amare Akers, who averages 149 rushing yards per game. QB Jaxson Kemp provides steady production with 94 passing yards/game and 156 total yards/game, while WR Christopher Morrison Jr. adds 64 receiving yards/game. On defense, LB Chance Crews is a tackling machine with 15 tackles/game, setting the tone for a unit that plays physical football.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #2,065
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State Rank (NC): #50
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Class Rank: #10
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Key to Win: Establish the ground game early and pressure Price to disrupt Northwest’s passing rhythm.
Main Squad (Spotlight):
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#30 Amare Akers – RB (149 rushing yds/game)
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#7 Jaxson Kemp – QB (94 passing yds/game, 156 total yds/game)
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#3 Christopher Morrison Jr. – WR (64 receiving yds/game)
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#0 Chance Crews – LB (15 tackles/game)
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#24 Mickey Portante – DL (3 tackles/game)
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record |
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| Northwest Guilford | #1,225 | #28 (NC) | #10 | 1-1 |
| Northern Guilford | #2,065 | #50 (NC) | #10 | 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.
