The Middle Creek Mustangs (2-0, Apex, NC) look to stay unbeaten when they travel to face the Garner Trojans (1-1, Garner, NC) in a non-conference showdown on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Middle Creek has been dominant in its opening two wins, while Garner is aiming to build on momentum after splitting its first two games.
Game Details
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Matchup: Middle Creek Mustangs vs Garner Trojans
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Date & Time: Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 @ 7:00 PM
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Location: Garner High School, Garner, NC
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Middle Creek Mustangs (2-0)
The Mustangs enter riding high with one of the most balanced attacks in the state, averaging 41 points per game while allowing just 21 total points across two contests. QB Lex Sevilla has been sharp, averaging 163.5 passing yards and 172.5 total yards per game, with WR Tracy Harrington Jr. (58.5 receiving yards per game) as his top target. On the ground, RB Jayden Spencer (107.5 rushing yards per game) provides steady production. Defensively, LB Derrick Morton (9 tackles per game) leads a disciplined unit, while OL David Troublefield (9 pancake blocks) anchors the trenches.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #3,311
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State Rank (NC): #88
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Key to Win: Keep offensive rhythm balanced and force Garner into passing downs.
Main Squad:
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#6 Lex Sevilla – QB
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#0 Jayden Spencer – RB
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#8 Tracy Harrington Jr – WR
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#12 Chris Johnson – WR
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#52 David Troublefield – OL
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#75 Marcus Clark – OL
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#5 Derrick Morton – LB
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#23 Caleb Morris – LB
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#9 Jordan Fields – DB
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#2 Malik Carter – DB
Garner Trojans (1-1)
The Trojans return home looking to bounce back after a mixed start to the season. Garner averages 27.5 points per game but has been inconsistent, scoring in bursts but struggling with turnovers. QB Christian Ormandy (117 passing yards per game, 153 total yards per game) is the offensive engine, supported by RB Amir Wallace (55 rushing yards per game). WR Eric Chisley has been a reliable target, averaging 62 receiving yards per game. Defensively, LB Jeremiah Wilson (12 tackles per game) sets the tone, while DE Tyquan Richardson (1 sack per game) brings pressure up front.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #4,038
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State Rank (NC): #109
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Key to Win: Protect the football, establish the run, and get defensive stops early to avoid playing from behind.
Main Squad:
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#15 Christian Ormandy – QB
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#4 Amir Wallace – RB
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#3 Eric Chisley – WR
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#21 Tayden McPhatter – WR
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#54 Eric Cottingham – OL
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#70 Jamal Turner – OL
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#8 Jeremiah Wilson – LB
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#17 Tyquan Richardson – DE
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#20 Elijah Hayes – DB
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#11 Marcus White – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Record |
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| Middle Creek | #3,311 | #88 (NC) | 2-0 |
| Garner | #4,038 | #109 (NC) | 1-1 |
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