Football Preview: Calumet Christian Patriots vs. Columbus Crusaders
The Calumet Christian Patriots will square off against Columbus Crusaders at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday.
Calumet Christian is headed into the match out to prove that what happened against Osceola Grace E on Saturday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. Calumet Christian was beaten by Osceola Grace E 55-26. The Patriots haven't had much luck with the Eagles recently, as the team's come up short the last six times they've met.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Columbus Crusaders, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Saturday. They simply couldn't be stopped on Saturday as they easily beat C4 E 53-22 at home. The result was nothing new for Columbus Crusaders, who have now won four contests by 24 points or more so far this season.
Ezekiel Bowie and Reggie Harris were among the main playmakers for Columbus Crusaders as the former rushed for 206 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 11.4 yards per carry and the latter rushed for 105 yards and a touchdown on only six carries. Harris really tore up the turf during one magnificent 79-yard run. Tristian Ford got in on the action as well, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Calumet Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 5-3. As for Columbus Crusaders, they pushed their record up to 5-2 with the win, which was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season.
Calumet Christian came up short against Columbus Crusaders in their previous matchup back in November of 2021, falling 27-20. Will Calumet Christian have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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