The Ashley Screaming Eagles (Wilmington, NC) return home in search of their first win of the season as they host the Scotland Fighting Scots (Laurinburg, NC) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Scotland looks to rebound from a tough loss and get back above .500, while Ashley hopes home-field energy sparks an upset.
Game Details
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Matchup: Scotland (NC) vs. Ashley (NC)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Ashley High School, Wilmington, NC
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Scotland Fighting Scots (1-1)
Scotland has been competitive through two weeks, scoring 57 points while allowing 69. Running back Bryson Lovelace has been a force, averaging 165 yards on the ground per game, while QB Brooks Powell adds balance through the air. Linebacker Adrian Gaines leads the defensive effort with double-digit tackles per game. To succeed on the road, Scotland will need to lean on their rushing attack and keep momentum through all four quarters.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #2,461
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State Rank (NC): #62
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Key to Win: Ride Lovelace’s rushing dominance and shore up defensive consistency to limit Ashley’s opportunities.
Main Squad:
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#7 Brooks Powell – QB
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#9 Bryson Lovelace – RB
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#3 Josiah Jones – WR
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#12 Caleb White – WR
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#55 Jordan Mitchell – OL
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#62 Marcus Brown – OL
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#75 Elijah Thomas – DL
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#10 Adrian Gaines – LB
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#2 Isaiah Scott – DB
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#5 Cameron Harris – DB
Ashley Screaming Eagles (0-2)
Ashley has struggled early, averaging just 11.5 points per game while giving up 32 points across two contests. QB play and consistency on offense have been challenges, but RB Bodey Porter and WR options have shown flashes of potential. The Screaming Eagles will need their defense, led by physical tackling and a disciplined secondary, to keep them in the game against a powerful rushing opponent like Scotland.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #6,124
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State Rank (NC): #170
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Key to Win: Establish a steady run game with Porter, avoid turnovers, and use defensive energy to slow down Lovelace’s impact.
Main Squad:
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#11 Carter Williams – QB
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#26 Bodey Porter – RB
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#4 Mason Reed – WR
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#6 Jaylen Brooks – WR
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#50 Daniel Carter – OL
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#64 Anthony Green – OL
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#70 Xavier Johnson – DL
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#8 Trevor Davis – LB
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#21 Elijah Moore – DB
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#9 Landon Harris – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (NC) | Overall Record |
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| Scotland | #2,461 | #62 | 1-1 |
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