Football Preview: Space Coast Vipers vs. First Academy Eagles
The Space Coast Vipers will play host again on Friday to welcome the First Academy Eagles, where kickoff is scheduled at 7:00 p.m. Space Coast's defense has only allowed 12.8 points per game this season, so First Academy's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Space Coast's defense heads into the matchup hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 25-0 margin over Oxbridge Academy.
Christopher Mcdonel had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 145 yards and a touchdown. Those 145 rushing yards gave him a new career-high. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Dee Parker, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Another reason for the win was Space Coast's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for four sacks. Leading the way was Ej Clouser with two. He is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made eight or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask First Academy). They came out on top against Bronson by a score of 42-32 on Friday. The win made it back-to-back victories for First Academy.
Cason Cherry went supernova for First Academy, throwing for 248 yards and three touchdowns, while also rushing for 54 yards and a touchdown. Cherry didn't just play on offense: he also made five total tackles and defended a pass in addition to snagging an interception. Another player making a difference was Rhett Walsh, who picked up 128 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Space Coast has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matches, which provided a nice bump to their 6-3 record this season. As for First Academy, the victory got them back to even at 4-4.
Friday's game might be decided in the trenches. Space Coast has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 156.9 rushing yards per game. It's a different story for First Academy, though, as they've been averaging only 72.5. How will they fare against such a dominant running game? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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