Football Game Preview: Sterling vs. Phoenix Military Academy/Alcott/DeVry Advantage Academy

The regular season was a success, but the real challenge begins now, in the postseason. Sterling will square off against Phoenix Military Academy/Alcott/DeVry Advantage Academy at 7:00 PM on Friday. Sterling are the favorites in this one -- although they were the favorites in their last matchup, too, so the odds might count for a little less.

Sterling were averaging 42 points per game entering their contest last Friday, but they just couldn't find their rhythm against Sycamore. Sterling suffered a grim 7-35 defeat to Sycamore. Sterling's defeat signaled the end of their eight-game winning streak.

Meanwhile, Phoenix Military Academy/Alcott/DeVry Advantage Academy put the finishing touches on their 3rd blowout victory of the season. They blew past Chicago Military Academy-Bronzeville/Air Force Academy 34-0. That looming 34-point mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Phoenix Military Academy/Alcott/DeVry Advantage Academy yet.

Phoenix Military Academy/Alcott/DeVry Advantage Academy's victory lifted them to 4-5 while Sterling's loss dropped them down to 8-1. We'll see if Phoenix Military Academy/Alcott/DeVry Advantage Academy's success rolls on or if Sterling are able to steal their positive momentum.

Playoff bracket for these teams

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