Football Preview: Old Plank Christian Academy Defenders vs. Bell Bulldogs
After two games on the road, Old Plank Christian Academy is heading back home. They will welcome the Bell Bulldogs at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Neither of those teams managed to put together many points in their previous contests, so the offenses might be a little more motivated than usual.
Old Plank Christian Academy's offense might be in the hot seat on Friday considering what happened against Mount Dora Christian Academy on Friday. They took a blow against the Bulldogs, falling 51-0.
Meanwhile, Bell also failed to score in their most recent game. They took an 11-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of Lake Weir on Friday. The contest marked the first time this season in which the Bulldogs were not able to get on the board.
Bell wouldn't let Lake Weir keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Elijah Vega, Corbin Abarca, and RJ Leffler picked up one apiece. Leffler also set a new season high mark in total tackles with 18. Bell got some further help from Cole Rarey: he made 14 total tackles (2.5 for loss).
Old Plank Christian Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Bell, their loss dropped their record down to 3-2.
Friday's match might be decided in the trenches. Old Plank Christian Academy has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 239.2 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Bell struggles in that department as they've been averaging 205.6. It's looking like Friday's game might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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