Football Recap: Geneva Classical Academy Starts Season with Defeat on the Road

Geneva Classical Academy had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They were beaten by the Foundation Christian Academy Panthers 44-14. The Knights were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Panthers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.

Bennett Bayhan and Clay Lindsay certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. Bayhan picked up 104 receiving yards and one score, while Lindsay threw for 134 yards and a pair of TDs. Bayhan was no stranger to the big play, cutting upfield on a catch that went for 60 yards.

Even if they lost, Geneva Classical Academy's defensive line still kept up the pressure with three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Caleb Causey, Lindsay, and Braylon Paul, who each picked up one sack apiece. Another thorn in Foundation Christian Academy's side was Causey, who picked up a sack, forced one fumble, and made six total tackles.

Coming up, Geneva Classical Academy will square off against Donahue Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Foundation Christian Academy, they will challenge Four Corners on Friday.