Football Game Preview: Cedar Creek Christian Saints vs. Old Plank Christian Academy Defenders + How To Watch

The Cedar Creek Christian Saints will head out to square off against the Old Plank Christian Academy Defenders at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The teams are rolling into the game with opposing streaks: Cedar Creek Christian has struggled recently with nine losses in a row, while Old Plank Christian Academy will arrive with four straight wins.

Cedar Creek Christian's offense might be in the hot seat on Friday considering what happened against Trinity Prep on Thursday. They were outmatched by Trinity Prep and fell 42-0. While getting shut out isn't ideal, Cedar Creek Christian hasn't been shut out since back in September.

Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Old Plank Christian Academy). They simply couldn't be stopped on Friday as they easily beat Bishop Snyder 64-20. Considering the Defenders have won four matchups by more than 22 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.

Cedar Creek Christian better keep an eye on Troy Howell. He was instrumental in Old Plank Christian Academy's win, rushing for 80 yards and one TD, while also throwing for 105 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Hunter Moore was in the mix as well, providing the Defenders with two scores.

Old Plank Christian Academy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 307 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 195 rushing yards in five consecutive games.

One reason for the win was Old Plank Christian Academy's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for four sacks. Leading the way was Hunter Willimon with two. He has been hot, having also posted seven or more total tackles the last seven times he's played.

Old Plank Christian Academy's victory bumped their record up to 7-2. As for Cedar Creek Christian, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-8.