Football Recap: Grace Christian Academy Lions vs. Trinity Christian Academy Lions
Grace Christian Academy couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were dealt a 49-7 loss at the hands of the Trinity Christian Academy Lions on Friday. Grace Christian Academy was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 42-0.
Trinity Christian Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Lekhy Thompkins led the charge by rushing for 120 yards and two touchdowns on only nine carries, while also picking up 40 receiving yards. Thompkins' longest rush was for an impressive 56 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Another pass catcher making a difference was Brayden Waller, who picked up 215 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
The victory got Trinity Christian Academy back to even at 1-1.
Grace Christian Academy will be playing in front of their home fans against Middle Tennessee Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Trinity Christian Academy, they are on the road again on Friday to play University School of Jackson at 7:00 p.m.
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