Roanoke Rapids High School Yellow Jackets kick off the 2024 season at home with a win.

The Yellow Jackets hosted across the river rivals Northampton County Jaguars Friday night at Hoyle Field.

The yellow Jackets sting the Jaguars 14-8, but the game came down to the last play of the game with five seconds on the clock and Northampton driving to the goal line.

Photos by Randy Wrenn

Video clip: https://youtu.be/P5H_TJWNulM

Roanoke Rapids Host Weldon next Friday August 30th with a 7:30pm kickoff at Hoyle field.