Football Recap: Percy Julian Phoenix vs. Benjamin Russell Wildcats
Percy Julian's game on Friday was all tied up 13-13 at the half, but luckily for them it didn't stay that way. They snuck past the Benjamin Russell Wildcats with a 19-13 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Phoenix.
Percy Julian's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Antwan Barnes led the charge by rushing for 56 yards and a touchdown.
Percy Julian has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a nice bump to their 5-4 record this season. Those good results were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 33.0 points per game. As for Benjamin Russell, their loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 5-5.
Percy Julian and Benjamin Russell are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Percy Julian will take on Hueytown at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hueytown will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Percy Julian surely won't give up without a fight. As for Benjamin Russell, they will square off against Spanish Fort at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Spanish Fort's defense has only allowed 14.8 points per game this season, so Benjamin Russell's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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