League recap: Marshall Academy tops Tunica Academy to extend winning streak

By Staff Report Nov 5, 2013, 4:55pm

MAIS A District 1 league recap: 11/5/13

MAIS A District 1 recap November 5, 2013

Marshall Academy added to the longest winning streak in MAIS A District 1 this week by beating Tunica Academy, 49-13. This was the team's seventh consecutive win.

West Memphis Christian moved up to 168 from 258 in the state rankings this week, the biggest jump in the league. The Black Knights climbed the ranks as a result of falling to DeSoto 39-20.

West Memphis Christian's offense has been unstoppable this season and the Black Knights feature the season leaders in passing, rushing and receiving yards. Trevor Pagan has thrown for 2,434 yards and 25 touchdowns this season, while Keari Brown has 31 catches for 702 yards.

The top two teams in the league will face off this week when first place Marshall Academy takes on second place DeSoto.

The top two defenses in the league will face off this season when the Thunderbirds take on Marshall Academy. DeSoto has allowed 155 points this season, while the Patriots have given up 253.

Marshall Academy led MAIS A District 1 in scoring this week by notching 49 points on the Blue Devils.



Story is based on stats entered in MaxPreps by Tuesday 5am PST each week.