Whiteville might be thinking it’s facing a mirror image in East Duplin when they face off in the fourth round of the 2-A state playoffs Friday night. Both teams
No. 6 Northern Nash overcame a 14-point deficit and claimed the Big East 2A/3A conference title on Friday with a 27-17 road win at Rocky Mount.
The Knights ran for three touchdowns in the win, including two from quarterback Keno Jones. Kicker Bryson Jenkins also made two field goals in the victory.