The 5th Quarter October 2nd, 2026

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — Week 7 of the high school football season brought rivalry action to the Cape Fear, with two big matchups taking center stage.

In Wilmington, the Hoggard Vikings hosted the New Hanover Wildcats in a county rivalry spanning more than 50 years.

Meanwhile, in Hampstead, the Topsail Pirates welcomed the Laney Buccaneers for a coastal showdown. With bragging rights on the line, which team would be forced to walk the plank?

Catch all the highlights and action from Week 6 on WWAY’s 5th Quarter!