Football Preview: Academy of Richmond County Musketeers vs. Harlem Bulldogs
The Academy of Richmond County Musketeers will head out on the road to face off against the Harlem Bulldogs at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Academy of Richmond County is no doubt hoping to put an end to an eight-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
Having struggled with five losses in a row dating back to last season, Academy of Richmond County finally turned things around against Cross Creek on Friday. They came out on top against the Razorbacks by a score of 23-14. The Musketeers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, Harlem put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. Everything went their way against West Laurens as Harlem made off with a 28-7 win. The contest marked the Bulldogs' most dominant victory of the season so far.
It was another big night for Malik Tyler, who rushed for 140 yards and a touchdown. Jayden Futrell made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Harlem was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 236 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 153 rushing yards in six consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
One reason for the win was Harlem's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for four sacks. Leading the way was Keaton Tillery with two.
Academy of Richmond County's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Harlem, their victory bumped their record up to 4-0.
Academy of Richmond County took a serious blow against Harlem in their previous meeting back in October of 2023, falling 34-7. Thankfully for Academy of Richmond County, Ethan Evangelista (who rushed for 43 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 186 yards and a touchdown) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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