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Pisgah Bears face Mountain Heritage in season opener on Friday night

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:17 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

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Summary

The Pisgah football team opens its season at home against Mountain Heritage on August 19, following a deep playoff run last year. The Bears return a squad tasked with replacing 22 seniors from the previous season, including key contributors. Coach Ricky Brindley emphasizes the importance of starting the season on the right foot against a challenging opponent that previously defeated them. While Mountain Heritage lost many key defenders, Pisgah features promising athletes, including junior Josh Lowe, who is expected to play a pivotal role if healthy. Both teams of strong running games are set to clash as they seek to establish their identity early in the season.

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By the Numbers

•Pisgah reached the fourth round of state playoffs last season.
•Mountain Heritage previously defeated Pisgah 48-19 in last year's opener.
•PIsgah's junior Josh Lowe could be a significant contributor if healthy.
•The game is set for August 19 at Pisgah's home field.
•Both teams have inexperienced players to fill key roles.

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10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Right into the deep end: Pisgah's new-look Bears face a tough Mountain Heritage rematch in opener

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Aug. 19—After making it to the fourth round of state playoffs last season, the Pisgah football team has a new challenge this year of replacing a plethora of incredibly important seniors. And the Bears don't get the luxury of having easy games to open up the season and get their footing under them. On Friday night, the Bears open the year at home against Mountain Heritage — a team that beat ...
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