Here are 3 observations from Cleveland County Football Jamboree
Burns, Crest, Kings Mountain and Shelby each left with reasons for optimism following the 2026 Cleveland County Football Jamboree. Here are a few observations from the Friday, Aug. 7, event.
Three notable aspects emerged from the Cleveland County Football Jamboree on Aug. 7, 2026. First, preseason games offered fans a taste of the upcoming 2026 season. Gastonia and Shelby hosted scrimmages at Ernest W. Spangler Stadium, where teams prepared for the upcoming campaign. Second, Kings Mountain showcased their offensive potential in a 21-7 win over Myers Park.
Freshman quarterback Jordan Jenkins shined, connecting well with receivers Xavier Hutchens and Tony Boyd. His decision-making stood out, as evidenced by a 20-yard touchdown run. Third, Crest experienced growing pains as they lost state title-winning quarterbacks and transitioned to sophomore Cruz Scott as their starting signal caller.
Despite this change, Shelby's Golden Lions secured a 13-7 victory over Corvian Community, highlighting the importance of a reliable ground attack.
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