WNC High School Football Week 13

WNC Sports -- November 14, 2026: High school football teams across Western North Carolina have showcased their prowess, securing crucial victories to advance in the state playoffs. These triumphs highlight the region's collective gridiron talent and fuel a growing sense of regional pride as teams continue their postseason journeys.

The recent playoff rounds saw several WNC programs emerge victorious from hard-fought battles. These successes underscore the dedication and resilience of athletes, coaches, and communities throughout the area. Each win represents a significant step forward, keeping state championship aspirations alive for teams still in contention.

The collective achievements of these teams provide a comprehensive overview of the strength and depth of high school football within Western North Carolina. Fans and community members are rallying behind their local teams, celebrating the competitive spirit and the impressive performances displayed on the field.

As the state playoffs progress, the focus remains on the continued success of these WNC teams. Their advancement not only reflects individual team excellence but also fosters a shared sense of accomplishment and regional identity, uniting communities through the excitement of postseason football.

6A West

• Asheville High rolled past A.C. Reynolds 43–6 in an all-Buncombe County matchup, advancing the top-seeded Cougars to the third round.

• T.C. Roberson handled Ragsdale 31–13 at home to set up a third-round clash with Charlotte Catholic.

5A West

• Franklin stayed unbeaten (11–0), defeating West Henderson 42–21 for the second time in three weeks.

• South Point shut out Smoky Mountain 40–0, jumping out to a 21–0 first-quarter lead in Belmont.

• 4A West

  • Tuscola survived a one-point thriller at home, holding off Maiden 28–27 to move to 10–1 on the season.

  • Lake Norman Charter pulled away in the second half to defeat R-S Central 56–21.

  3A West

• 3A West

  • Hendersonville (11–0) cruised past East Surry in its playoff opener following a first-round bye. (Note: State scoreboards are split on the exact final—WLOS and the Mount Airy News report 52–26, while MaxPreps and NCFootballNews list 38–12.)

  • Lincolnton held off a late push from Mountain Heritage for a 35–30 win, overcoming a 22–15 halftime deficit.

  • Walkertown ended Polk County’s postseason run with a 51–8 victory; Wolverines senior Loreynzo Blackwell closed out his career with 147 rushing yards and a fourth-quarter touchdown.

  • West Wilkes outlasted Chase 41–34 on the road in Forest City.

  • Shelby defeated West Lincoln 41–13.

2A West

2A West

• Murphy dominated South Stanly 63–0 to earn its seventh straight victory and set up a third-round matchup against North Rowan.

• North Rowan rallied with 14 fourth-quarter points to edge Cherokee 35–34 after the Braves jumped out to a 21–7 first-quarter lead.

• Mitchell went on the road and knocked off higher-seeded Mountain Island Charter 14–7.

• Starmount defeated Swain County 49–7 in Boonville.

1A West

• Robbinsville overwhelmed

• North Stokes 61–6 to advance to the third round.

• Wilson Prep Academy ended Rosman’s season with a 40–28 decision in Wilson.

NCISAA (Independent Schools)

• Asheville School (Division II) blanked SouthLake Christian Academy 42–0, scoring 21 points in the third quarter to put the game away.

• Providence Day (Division I) eliminated Christ School 49–17 in Arden.

• Rabun Gap-Nacoochee (Division I) had its second-round matchup against Cannon/Concord Academy postponed.

• Notable WNC teams whose seasons ended earlier or did not play Nov. 13: Brevard, Pisgah, Erwin, North Buncombe, Owen, Madison, Avery County, Andrews, Hayesville, and Hiwassee Dam were not in action in Round 2 (either eliminated in Round 1 on Nov. 6 or did not qualify for the postseason). Watauga (6A West) fell 42–0 at Kings Mountain.