Football Preview: Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology Colonials vs. Digital Pioneers Academy Pythons
Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology has played every game this season on their home field, but they'll have to hit the road on Friday. They will head out to challenge the Digital Pioneers Academy Pythons at 7:00 p.m.
Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology will head into Thursday's game out to bounce back: they came back down to earth on Thursday after soaring to a 20-point contest in their last game. They fell just short of Lewis by a score of 33-30. The Colonials haven't had much luck with the Lancers recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Landen Matis, who threw for 127 yards and two touchdowns, and Abdul Bundu, who rushed for 121 yards and a touchdown. Bundu's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 121 rushing yards dating back to last season.
Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology wouldn't let Lewis keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Tyler Clark, Manu Kanneganti, and Muhammad Baig picked up one apiece. Clark also set a new season high mark in total tackles with ten.
Meanwhile, Digital Pioneers Academy put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They walked away with a 14-6 victory over KIPP DC Legacy College Prep. The 14-point effort marked the Pythons' lowest-scoring match of the season, but in the end it didn't matter.
Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology's defeat dropped their record down to 2-4. As for Digital Pioneers Academy, their win bumped their record up to 7-0.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the on the ground. Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 156.6 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Digital Pioneers Academy struggles in that department as they've been averaging 180.9. It's looking like Friday's contest might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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