Week 8 is in the books for high school football teams in Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties. Here’s a look at how the area’s top teams stack up as we move into the season’s final three weeks:

1. Ashbrook (7-0, 3-0 Big South 5A/6A)

Previous ranking: 1

Last week: Defeated Kings Mountain, 43-7

The scoop: Ashbrook sent shockwaves throughout the state with its demolition of Kings Mountain, limiting the Mountaineers to seven points and 59 rushing yards. Meanwhile, the Green Wave averaged nearly nine yards per carry en route to 278 total yards. Ashbrook was dominant despite completing only five passes.

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2. East Lincoln (8-0, 6-0 Western Foothills 4A/5A)

Previous ranking: 2

Last week: Defeated Foard, 42-7

The scoop: East Lincoln made light work of Foard, cruising

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