Exciting Finish to the 2024 High School Football Season in North Carolina
This past weekend, North Carolina witnessed an exciting conclusion to the 2024 high school football season, with four state championship games taking place under the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA). These intense matchups crowned four new state champions, showcasing both skill and tenacity on the field.
The spotlight was on the Grimsley Whirlies, who faced off against the Rolesville Rams in what many expected to be a high-scoring game. However, it turned out to be a display of strong defense as the Whirlies secured a 35-23 victory. Key defensive players like Bryce Davis, who recorded three sacks, and Ryan Debow, with two interceptions and seven tackles, were instrumental in helping Grimsley finish their perfect season at 16-0. On offense, Mitchell Summers rushed for 133 yards before leaving due to injury, while quarterback Faizon Brandon dazzled with 182 passing yards and two touchdowns, earning the MVP title.
In another thrilling championship game, West Charlotte delivered a fantastic defensive performance to beat previously undefeated Seventy-First, ending their season with a tight 14-7 score. The Lions limited Seventy-First to just 187 total yards, and quarterback Jamouri Nichols found success through the air, completing 12 of 13 passes for 94 yards and two touchdowns, also snagging the MVP award.
The Monroe Redhawks continued their dynamic playoff run with dual-threat quarterback Kaegan Chambers, who, despite a challenging night with three interceptions, led his team to a 35-25 win over Northeastern. The strong performance from Zion Lindsey, who rushed for 121 yards, and Nymir Kendall, with two rushing touchdowns, solidified Monroe’s perfect season at 15-0.
Lastly, the Tarboro Vikings captured their ninth state championship title by dominating Corvian Community with a commanding 45-24 victory. With a powerful offensive attack totaling 419 rushing yards and the standout performance by MVP Kamerin McDowell-Moore, who ran for four touchdowns, Tarboro showcased their prowess in their sixth consecutive title game appearance.
As the 2024 season wraps up, the stories of perseverance, talent, and the pursuit of excellence have left their mark on North Carolina high school football. Fans can eagerly anticipate the next season and the promise of even more exciting matchups ahead.
