Linebacker Jerod Mayo had a strong performance last Friday night, recording 11 tackles and two sacks in Kecoughtan’s 28-0 opening night victory over Nansemond River.

The state’s number five player [according to my Top 30] felt he played well in the first game of his senior season and looks forward to a showdown versus Phoebus this Friday.

“I played pretty well,” said Mayo of his performance. “We have a 4-3 defense now, and I love our scheme because I get to blitz more. Next week [versus Phoebus] is the big game for us. I’m so excited and I just can’t wait to play them.”

Before this season, Mayo had played in a four-linebacker scheme. He says he still favors four linebacker schemes but indicated that the defensive system will not make a difference in his collegiate decision.

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