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Shelby football edges Lincolnton 9-7 in defensive battle

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Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Shelby football edges Lincolnton 9-7 in defensive battle

Summary

Shelby defeated Lincolnton 9-7 at home on October 9, 2026, showcasing strong defensive efforts from both teams. Shelby’s defense limited Lincolnton to 203 total yards, while the Golden Lions managed 266 yards. Matt Grenier's field goal and a rushing touchdown from Kendrick Raper marked the only touchdowns. Lincolnton’s Rashad Lynch connected with R.J. Lynch for a key 38-yard pass leading to a touchdown by Jalaythan Mayfield. With this victory, Shelby remains in contention for the league championship alongside Burns, both teams at 5-0 in conference play. Lincolnton now sits two games behind Burns in the standings.

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By the Numbers

•Shelby score: Grenier's first-half field goal, Raper's fourth-quarter touchdown.
•Lincolnton responded with a touchdown pass from Rashad Lynch to R.J. Lynch.
•Shelby retained possession for the final six minutes to secure the win.
•Both teams are in the playoff race with Shelby at 6-1 overall, Lincolnton at 4-2.
•Shelby will host East Gaston next week; Lincolnton faces Stuart Cramer.

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What they're saying

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Billed as a matchup between two of the state's more potent offenses, it was the Shelby and Lincolnton defense which instead took center stage. Here's how the game was decided.
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