Football Game Preview: Hesperia Christian Patriots vs. Academy of Careers & Exploration Eagle + Official Tickets

For the second week in a row, Hesperia Christian is taking on Academy of Careers & Exploration. The Patriots will look to defend their home field on Friday against the Eagle at 7:00 p.m.

Hesperia Christian took a loss when they played away from home two weeks ago, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Friday. They blew past Academy of Careers & Exploration 47-26. The Patriots haven't had any issues with the Eagle recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive win against them.

Noah Griffin

Receiving Touchdowns

10/03/25 vs PAL Academy	4
10/31/25 vs Academy of Careers & Exploration	2
10/24/25 @ Fresno Christian	2
10/17/25 vs California School for the Deaf-Riverside	1
09/26/25 vs Sage Hill	1

Hesperia Christian got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Austin McWilliams out in front who rushed for 116 yards and two scores on only ten carries. McWilliams' longest rush was for an impressive 54 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Noah Griffin was in the mix too, providing Hesperia Christian with two touchdowns.

Academy of Careers & Exploration moved to 4-3 with that defeat, which also ended their three-game winning streak. As for Hesperia Christian, their record is now 6-3.