Preview: Monroe Academy Volunteers vs. Morgan Academy Senators
Monroe Academy has enjoyed the comforts of home their last two games, but now they'll head out on the road. They will square off against The Morgan Academy Senators at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are ranked near one another in Alabama (Monroe Academy is ranked 329th, while Morgan Academy is ranked 346th).
It's never fun to lose, and it's even less fun to lose 48-13, which was the final score in Monroe Academy's tilt against Glenwood on Friday. That's two games in a row now that Monroe Academy has lost by exactly 35 points.
Meanwhile, Morgan Academy's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Friday after their fifth straight loss. They had to suffer through a rough 55-0 loss at the hands of Autauga Academy. The last quarter was a mere formality, since the game's final score was reached by the end of the third quarter.
Morgan Academy's loss came about despite a quality game from Milton Hand, who gained 183 total yards.
Monroe Academy has been struggling recently, as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season. Morgan Academy has also traveled a rocky road this season, as they've lost six of their first seven games, which gives them a 1-6 record this season.
Everything went Monroe Academy's way against Morgan Academy in their previous matchup back in October of 2022 as Monroe Academy made off with a 28-8 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for Monroe Academy since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
