Football Recap: Ben's Ford Christian Eagles vs. Tensas Academy Chiefs
Ben's Ford Christian won against Discovery Christian last Friday with 60 points and they decided to stick to that point total again on Friday. The Ben's Ford Christian Eagles breezed by the Tensas Academy Chiefs at home to the tune of 60-20. Considering the Eagles have won six matches by more than 23 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Ben's Ford Christian's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Dashell Houston, who rushed for 211 yards and four touchdowns on only seven carries. Houston really tore up the turf during one magnificent 81-yard run. Ein Knight was another key player, rushing for 119 yards and two touchdowns on only five carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Ben's Ford Christian was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 296 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 159 rushing yards in eight consecutive games.
Ben's Ford Christian pushed their record up to 7-1 with the victory, which was their third straight at home. As for Tensas Academy, they are on a 21-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-9.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ben's Ford Christian's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Prentiss Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Ben's Ford Christian knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past three matchups -- so hopefully Prentiss Christian likes a good challenge. As for Tensas Academy, they will square off against Franklin Academy on Friday.
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