Southern Nash and Rocky Mount advanced to the third round of North Carolina’s Class 1A-6A flag football playoffs. The Ladybirds dominated Burlington Williams, 48-6, while the Gryphons earned two wins, including a second-round upset of No. 6 Southeast Alamance. Both teams play Saturday; Northern Nash was eliminated with a 1-0 first-round loss.

By the Numbers
  • Southern Nash: 48-6 win; record improves to 17-1.
  • Rocky Mount: 43-18 and 33-24 wins; record improves to 15-4.
  • Southern Nash quarterback Leila Gonzalez completed 11 of 18 passes for 134 yards and 4 touchdowns.
  • Northern Nash: 1-0 loss; season ends at 8-8.
What's Next

Southern Nash faces Pamlico County (13-2) at Eastern Guilford High School on Saturday. Rocky Mount meets Roxboro Community (11-1) at Northwood High School, also Saturday.

Bottom Line

Two area teams remain in the playoff hunt: Southern Nash advances behind a high-scoring performance, while Rocky Mount reaches the third round after winning twice.