Defense, Assan fuel Greenbrier’s 49–20 win at Harrison

Published On: November 2, 2025Categories: High School, News

Greenbrier 49, Harrison 20

Greenbrier leaned on defense and timely strikes to remain unbeaten Friday at F.S. Garrison Stadium. The Panthers forced two first‑half takeaways that turned directly into touchdowns and rode senior running back Enoch Assan’s three rushing scores to a 49–20 win over Harrison. Special teams flipped the field repeatedly, and penalties were minimal on a crisp night for football.

Quarterback Jack Palmer (QB) managed the game with poise, tossing two touchdown passes to senior receiver Salter Mahan and extending plays that moved the chains. Defensive back/kicker Ethan Rhodes broke the game open with a scoop‑and‑score and finished perfect on extra points, while sophomore corner TyRae Kemp jumped a route for a 99‑yard pick‑six that flipped momentum just as Harrison threatened.

The Goblins showed fight. Junior quarterback Gavin Jones operated the option and hit senior receiver Lucas Brumleyover the top for a long touchdown. Behind a physical line featuring Dayton Waters, Tate Robertson and Tead Deakins, Harrison’s ground game—paced by seniors Isaiah Hale and Eli McNutt—produced steady chunks and shortened possessions. The Goblins added a late touchdown pass to cap a solid second‑half effort from the offense and front seven.

Greenbrier’s balance again proved decisive: the Panthers’ receivers, led by junior Trendon Moseley, found space as Harrison stacked the box to contain Assan. Up front, Ethan Quattlebaum and C.J. Ussery generated pressure, and the back end tackled cleanly after the break. With the victory, Greenbrier stayed perfect in 5A West and positioned itself for the top seed entering the final week.

Scoring Summary

1st Quarter Greenbrier – Enoch Assan run (Ethan Rhodes kick), 7–0
1st Quarter Greenbrier – Salter Mahan pass from Jack Palmer (Rhodes kick), 14–0

2nd Quarter Greenbrier – Ethan Rhodes fumble return (Rhodes kick), 21–0
2nd Quarter Harrison – Lucas Brumley pass from Gavin Jones (Truett Bardwell kick), 21–7
2nd Quarter Greenbrier – TyRae Kemp 99‑yard interception return (Rhodes kick), 28–7
2nd Quarter Harrison – Interception return (Bardwell kick), 28–14
2nd Quarter Greenbrier – Mahan pass from Palmer (Rhodes kick), 35–14

3rd Quarter Greenbrier – Assan run (Rhodes kick), 42–14

4th Quarter Greenbrier – Assan run (Rhodes kick), 49–14
4th Quarter Harrison – Pass from Jones (kick no good), 49–20