Football Preview: Hammond Skyhawks vs. Northwood Academy Chargers
The Hammond Skyhawks are taking a road trip to face off against the Northwood Academy Chargers at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Hammond is currently enjoying a perfect season and no doubt wants to keep things rolling.
Last Friday, Hammond humbled Hilton Head Christian Academy with a 55-21 victory. Given the Skyhawks' advantage in MaxPreps' South Carolina football rankings (they are ranked 25th, while the Eagles are ranked 125th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Andrew Turner was his usual excellent self, throwing for 301 yards and four touchdowns while completing 76.5% of his passes, and also punching in a touchdown on the ground. He is on a roll when it comes to passing touchdowns, as he's now passed for four or more in the last four games he's played dating back to last season. Kinson Holland helped Turner out on the ground, rushing for 62 yards and a touchdown on only six carries, while also picking up 57 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Meanwhile, Northwood Academy's offense rose to the challenge against a Falcons defense that boasted an average of only 16.6 points allowed on Friday. Northwood Academy blew past Ben Lippen 34-14. The Chargers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five contests by 20 points or more this season.
One reason for the win was Northwood Academy's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. In that department, Cody Mccleary was the leader with two.
Hammond's win was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 5-0. As for Northwood Academy, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Friday's match might be decided in the on the ground. Hammond has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 202.8 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Northwood Academy struggles in that department as they've been averaging 228.3. It's looking like Friday's matchup might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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