Friday night brings a Henderson County showdown as the Hendersonville Bearcats (2-0) travel to face the North Henderson Knights (2-0) on September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Both teams are undefeated and off to hot starts, setting up a county rivalry clash that promises fireworks on both sides of the ball.
Game Details
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Matchup: Hendersonville (NC) @ North Henderson (NC)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: North Henderson High School, Hendersonville, NC
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Hendersonville Bearcats
The Bearcats have been dominant on both sides of the ball, scoring 107 points while allowing just 7 in their first two games. Ranked #188 in North Carolina and #18 in Class, Hendersonville has leaned on a high-powered passing game led by JaRon Ward and a defense that’s forcing mistakes early and often.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #6,553
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State Rank (NC): #188
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Class Rank: #18
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Key to Win: Continue their offensive balance and keep pressure on North Henderson by finishing drives with touchdowns.
Main Squad
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#1 JaRon Ward – QB (195.5 passing yards per game, 189.5 total yards per game)
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#4 Jordan Buford – RB (92.0 rushing yards per game)
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#5 Amir Albany – WR (78.5 receiving yards per game)
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#11 Gavin Ford – LB (5.0 tackles per game)
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#44 Kevin Saldana – DL (1.0 sacks per game)
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#6 Malik Thompson – WR/DB
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#55 Carter Jones – OL/DL
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#7 Xavier Bennett – WR/CB
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#8 Caleb Mason – RB/FS
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#2 Logan Harris – DB/WR
North Henderson Knights
The Knights also sit at 2-0, grinding out wins with a punishing ground attack and an aggressive defense. Ranked #239 in North Carolina and #36 in Class, North Henderson has showcased a run-heavy style behind Parker Willis, complemented by Ayden Berry’s efficient passing.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #7,775
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State Rank (NC): #239
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Class Rank: #36
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Key to Win: Control time of possession with their rushing attack and limit Hendersonville’s big plays through disciplined secondary coverage.
Main Squad
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#20 Parker Willis – RB (183.5 rushing yards per game, 188.0 total yards per game)
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#2 Ayden Berry – QB (132.5 passing yards per game)
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#1 Dylan Kleinknecht – WR (70.5 receiving yards per game)
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#25 Jake Justice – LB (11.0 tackles per game)
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#99 Johnny Sotto – RB/WR (2.5 points per game)
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#52 Mason Grant – OL/DL
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#9 Tyler Holmes – DB/WR
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#77 Brandon Allen – OL/DL
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#3 Chris Fowler – WR/CB
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#15 Ryan Moore – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Hendersonville | 6,553 | 188 | 18 | 2-0 |
| North Henderson | 7,775 | 239 | 36 | 2-0 |
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.
