Northern Nash Clinches Second Straight Conference Title
The Knights shut out Southern Nash 49-0 to secure the Big East Conference championship.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Football
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Northern Nash defeated Southern Nash 49-0 to claim its second consecutive Big East Conference football championship. The dominant victory maintained the team's undefeated 5-0 conference record.
Why it matters
The decisive win marks a major milestone for the program as it solidifies its place at the top of the Big East Conference standings. Maintaining a perfect conference record positions the team as a primary contender moving toward the postseason.
Northern Nash tallied 359 total offensive yards, while holding Southern Nash to just 49 total yards. Quarterback Jaice Johnson led the effort, completing 5 of 7 passes for 166 yards and accounting for six total touchdowns.
The players
Northern Nash
A high school football program that competes in the Big East Conference and recently secured its second consecutive league title.
Southern Nash
A high school football team that finished its regular season with a 4-6 overall record.
Jaice Johnson
The starting quarterback for Northern Nash who recorded six touchdowns in the conference championship game.
Cam Lyons
A player for Northern Nash who successfully recorded a two-point conversion during the game.
Rocky Mount
A high school football team scheduled to face Northern Nash in the upcoming week.
The details
Quarterback Jaice Johnson powered the offense by rushing for three touchdowns and throwing for three more. Cam Lyons added to the scoring effort with a two-point conversion during the shutout victory.
Timeline
October 23, 2026: Northern Nash defeated Southern Nash 49-0.
Next week: Northern Nash plays against Rocky Mount.
Season Trajectory
The victory secures back-to-back league titles for Northern Nash, extending the program's recent dominance within the Big East Conference. This win effectively sets the stage for the team to enter the postseason with strong momentum while Southern Nash concludes its regular season.
With a 5-0 conference record, Northern Nash secures a favorable position in the upcoming conference postseason bracket. Southern Nash ends its campaign with a 4-6 overall record, eliminating them from further league title contention.
The takeaway
Northern Nash demonstrated complete control over the conference by dominating both sides of the ball in a shutout win. Consistency in offensive execution remains a key factor for the team as it prepares for the final game of the schedule.
What happens next
Northern Nash is scheduled to play against Rocky Mount next week.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Wilson Times News.
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