Mississippi High School Football - Newton County Academy nips Russell Christian Academy
August 29, 2025: Meridian, MS 39301 Spectators at Friday's non-league bout between the Newton County Academy Generals (Decatur, MS) and the host Russell Christian Academy Warriors (Meridian, MS), saw Newton County Academy's football squad edge Russell Christian Academy by a count of 32-31.
The Generals (2-0) will now prepare for their contest against Christ Covenant (Ridgeland, MS). The enter the non-league contest with a 1-1 record. In their last contest, Christ Covenant got by Sylva Bay Academy (Bay Springs, MS), 28-22, in a non-league contest.
Coming up next, the Warriors confront the Cornerstone Christian Eagles (Rainsville, AL) in a Christian (8 Man) contest, on Friday, September 5. Russell Christian Academy will attempt to upgrade on its 1-1 season record. The Eagles enter the contest with a 1-0 record after their 65-62 non-league win over Trinity Christian Homeschool (Pelham, AL).