The Wonders' offensive line will also be substantially smaller than its counterparts. Sophomore Chad Tuttle, one of the A.L. Brown guards, must block a nose tackle that outweighs him by 100 pounds. Many in Kannapolis feel the team that wins this game will advance to Chapel Hill. A.L. Brown has been ranked No. 1 in the state most of the year and Kings Mountain No. 2. The game is scheduled for the day after Thanksgiving.
School is out.
Hardin decides to keep his team busy during the morning hours so the day won't seem as long. He gets them together for a 9 a.m. breakfast at the school cafeteria. One hour before the game, Hardin calls his players together and tries to ensure they aren't intimidated. This time, he speaks so quietly the team has to strain forward on stools to hear him. Well, by gosh, we're going to finish it for them tonight.