Junior Ricky Williams has stepped in and performed well in the backfield, while receiver Carter Karras continues to make big plays.

“I feel pretty good about the season so far,” said Henry on Monday. “The defense is doing great, and the offense is starting to click, but we still have work to do.”

The defense has done so well thanks to a total team effort, but after the bye-week, their competition will only get harder. That means that players and coaches alike will have to be ready once they return home.

“Hopefully we can heal up and come back full speed,” said Hires. “I think we’ll be focused and it will help us out in the long run.”

The Valiants next opponent will be Piedmont on Oct. 19. Last season, the Valiants needed a fourth quarter stand to hold them off for a Homecoming win. This year, the Valiants go there for their Homecoming.

“The team chemistry has been good, but there’s no more gimmies on our schedule,” said Patrick. “After Piedmont, we have top ranked Brookwood, then SGA, who is 5-1.”

The Valiants’ next game will be Oct. 19, on the road against Piedmont at 7:30 p.m.