Evangel Christian (Alabaster, Ala.) had its advantage, which at one point stood at 23 points, drop to five before the final whistle blew on a 42-37 victory over
Tuscaloosa Christian (Cottondale, Ala.).
The Lightning were up 30-15 at the half after taking the lead on a
David Baggett touchdown run in the first quarter.
Josh Letson was a menace on the offensive side of the ball and pulled down four touchdown catches for Evangel Christian in the victory.
Gabe Foster made a difference for the Warriors. The junior ran for two touchdowns and caught one touchdown. His performance brought his touchdown total to seven on the year.
Last season's game between the teams resulted in a 43-30 win for EC.
The loss comes after Tuscaloosa Christian defeated New Life Christian 47-16 last week. The loss snapped Tuscaloosa Christian's 2-game winning streak. With the win the Alabaster school extended its winning streak to three games.
Tuscaloosa Christian (4-3) goes up against Victory Christian in a Christian (8 Man) game matchup next week, while Evangel Christian (5-2) locks horns with Evangel Family Christian Academy in a non-conference game.
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