Football Preview: Athens Christian Eagles vs. Strong Rock Christian Patriots
The Athens Christian Eagles will venture away from home to face off against the Strong Rock Christian Patriots at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Having struggled with 12 defeats in a row dating back to last season, Athens Christian finally turned things around against Heritage on Friday. They blew past the Hawks, posting a 56-12 victory at home.
Layden Bryson was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 125 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries, and also threw for 228 yards and three touchdowns. Bryson Campbell was Bryson's top target, picking up 154 receiving yards and three touchdowns.
Meanwhile, Strong Rock Christian sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 28-26 win over Loganville Christian Academy on Friday.
Athens Christian's victory ended a seven-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 1-1. As for Strong Rock Christian, the win also got them back to even at 1-1.
Athens Christian was taken down by Strong Rock Christian 62-0 when the teams last played back in September of 2023. Can Athens Christian avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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