We were successful up against South Columbus which has a history of nothing but a great program. I pray that South Columbus comes back next year with a signature of that history. Fairmont(11-2) will now face SouthWest Edgecombe(12-1) who in my opinion is nothing but pure test to Fairmont. Though they are physically smaller than most teams they have played this year, they bring the heat, the speed and every ounce of them $7 we all pay.
SouthWest Edgecome High School is no stranger to the 3rd round. This year they are playing bigger and with a stronger heart than what the team size signifies. They are fast, aggressive and they will hit you in the mouth. This is what has carried them to what it is now, the 3rd round. The question is, can they equally stop the passing game just as they have successfully stopped their opponents running game. if the answer is yes, Fairmont may have their hands filled. let's not forget the Williams kid, a bullet, sharp cuts, many yards and a pure touchdown contender. Finally, there's the quarterback- Skills at it's best. In the East Bladen game, they put the big boys in the dirt. With what aggressive heart they are playing with, I believe they will do the same with Fairmont.
Fairmont High School made history last night by advancing to the 3rd Round which has not been done since 1949. Fairmont must uphold the strength of what SouthWest Edgewood is bringing. This will not be an easy task, this will not be a walk in the park. Nothing but pure physical game on the line. Do not allow the team size to fake your imagination because SouthWest Edgecome has the edge with speed, heart, aggressiveness and field advantage.
The ones that attend will experience what the outcome will be at Pinetops. Best wishes to both teams.
