Here are a few things to know about week three of high school football in the greater Hickory area.

1. Maiden is battle tested

The Blue Devils first two games this season were decided by a total of four points. Now in week, three they have spent the first half going back-and-forth with North Lincoln. Both teams scored on the opening drive and then found the endzone twice more before the break. Maiden owes their one-point lead to a blocked extra point late in the half.

2. Hickory dominates again

Hickory scored on Bunker Hill in almost every conceivable way on their way to a 42-0 first-half lead. In addition to four offensive touchdowns, the Red Tornadoes had a scoop and score and also returned a blocked punt returned for a touchdown.

3. Alexander Central is on their way to their first

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