The Eagles celebrated senior night while holding off a Norfolk State comeback in an intense 31-28 victory.
Saturday’s win, which began with honoring quarterback Walker Harris, star wide receiver Chauncey Spikes and 16 other graduating Eagles, was a great send-off for the seniors.
Harris’ performance helped keep the team afloat with 265 passing yards and three touchdowns. The Harris-to-Spikes connection continued to thrive with a 71-yard and two touchdowns effort by Chauncey Spikes.
Norfolk State proved to be a tougher opponent than expected. The Spartans entered this game with a 1-8 overall record and zero conference victories, but any expectations for a blowout were squandered very quickly.
N.C. Central’s run game was almost completely taken away by the Spartan defense, totaling 80 rushing yards compared to Norfolk State’s 164 rushing yards. An excellent passing game was what kept the Eagles alive, with 270 total passing yards and all three touchdowns coming from endzone catches...