It’s Rivalry Week in eastern North Carolina as the Hertford County Bears (Ahoskie, NC) travel to face the Bertie Falcons (Windsor, NC) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Hertford County comes in at 1-1, while Bertie is still searching for its first win after a tough 0-2 start. These two longtime rivals are set to renew one of the area’s most spirited showdowns.
Game Details
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Matchup: Hertford County Bears @ Bertie Falcons
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Bertie High School, Windsor, NC
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Hertford County Bears
The Bears stand at 1-1, ranked #164 in North Carolina and #15 in their class. They opened the season with a close win over Gates County before falling in their second matchup. Offensively, they’ve leaned on the rushing power of Ayden Everette and the passing arm of Rucker Nixon, averaging 359 yards per game. Defensively, Lynwood Harmon Jr. has been a standout tackler.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #5,974
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State Rank (NC): #164
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Class Rank: #15
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Key to Win: Establish the run early with Everette, protect Nixon in the pocket, and keep Bertie’s offense contained.
Main Squad:
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Ayden Everette – RB (#1) – Star back, averaging 135 rushing yards per game.
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Rucker Nixon – QB (#7) – Leader of the offense, averaging 146 passing and 179 total yards per game.
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Kunari Tann – WR (#10) – Top receiving threat, 72 yards per game.
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Lynwood Harmon Jr – LB (#18) – Defensive anchor with 13 tackles per game.
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Marcus Lee – WR/DB – Speed weapon and secondary playmaker.
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Elijah Brown – DL – Run stopper up front.
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Darius Carter – LB – Physical presence in the front seven.
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Jordan Williams – OL – Veteran lineman anchoring the trenches.
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Chris Parker – DB – Coverage specialist.
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Tyrone Harris – WR – Depth in the passing attack.
Bertie Falcons
The Falcons are 0-2, ranked #331 in North Carolina and #27 in their class, having been shut out in both contests while conceding 109 points. Bertie’s young roster is still finding its identity, but the home-field setting and rivalry atmosphere give them motivation to step up. Their defensive front will need to play its best game yet to slow Hertford County’s explosive offense.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #10,496
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State Rank (NC): #331
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Class Rank: #27
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Key to Win: Limit big plays, win the turnover battle, and rely on a ball-control approach to keep Hertford County’s offense off the field.
Main Squad:
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Jayden Smith – QB – Developing leader under center.
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Ethan Daniels – RB – Primary option in the ground game.
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Marcus Johnson – WR/DB – Key two-way player with athleticism.
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Tyrese Clark – LB – Top tackler and defensive leader.
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Caleb White – DB – Coverage anchor in the secondary.
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Jamal Brooks – OL/DL – Veteran lineman in the trenches.
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Isaiah Carter – WR – Speed threat in the passing game.
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Noah Evans – LB – Brings toughness in the front seven.
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Anthony Harris – RB/WR – Versatile skill player.
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Logan Hill – DL – Adds strength to the defensive front.
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Hertford County | #5,974 | #164 (NC) | #15 | 1-1 |
| Bertie | #10,496 | #331 (NC) | #27 | 0-2 |
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