Football Recap: St. Joseph Fighting Irish vs. Greenville Christian Saints
St. Joseph has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 18 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They were dealt a 58-28 defeat at the hands of the Greenville Christian Saints. The Fighting Irish's loss signaled the end of their seven-game winning streak dating back to last season.
When it comes to explaining why St. Joseph lost, don't look at Victor Baker. Despite the final result, he threw for 72 yards and two touchdowns, and also punched in a rushing score. Jaleel Moore got in on the action as well, returning a kick for a touchdown.
St. Joseph wouldn't let Greenville Christian keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. St. Joseph can thank Jayden Moore and Jaleel for forcing both of them.
Having lost for the first time this season, St. Joseph fell to 3-1. As for Greenville Christian, they pushed their record up to 3-1 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season.
St. Joseph will challenge St. Joseph Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. St. Joseph's defense has only allowed 18 points per game this season, so St. Joseph Catholic's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Greenville Christian, they will welcome Riverfield Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Riverfield Academy will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Greenville Christian surely won't give up without a fight.
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