South Stokes, North Stokes rivalry again could come down to the wire

WALNUT COVE — North Stokes and South Stokes meet Friday night in a rivalry that has produced its share of close finishes in recent years, with both teams looking to gain momentum as they open Greater Triad 1A/2A Conference play. South Stokes enters at 2-2, while North Stokes is 0-4. The Sauras have won two straight after losses to North Wilkes and West Stokes, while the Vikings are coming off four consecutive losses. Despite the difference in records, recent history suggests the matchup could be much closer than the records indicate. Five of the seven meetings between the schools over…