West Rowan holds off Enka 41-33 in NCHSAA 5A second round

MOUNT ULLA, N.C. (WBTV) - For the first time since 2019, West Rowan is on to the third round.

The Falcons saw a 27-12 halftime lead slip away against Enka in the second round of the NCHSAA 5A playoffs, but got a fourth quarter 60-yard touchdown from Devaunh White to re-take the lead for good 41-33.

Enka would get the ball back with a chance to force overtime, but the West Rowan defense came up with a final stop to secure the win.

Next up, West Rowan (9-2) heads to conference rival Jay M. Robinson for the third round on Nov. 20.

The Bulldogs beat the Falcons 45-21 in their regular season matchup on Oct. 16. West Rowan is the only team to score in double figures against Robinson all season.