Archbishop McCarthy's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 31-28 win over the Calvary Christian Academy Eagles. The high-scoring effort was just what the Mavericks needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
Kendall Brown went supernova for Archbishop McCarthy, rushing for 132 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 carries, while also throwing for 84 yards and a touchdown. The dominant performance gave Brown a new career-high in rushing yards.
Archbishop McCarthy didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Jacarri Watson. He also made five total tackles, which is notable because Archbishop McCarthy is 3-1 when he posts at least four total tackles, but 2-3 otherwise. Another thorn in Calvary Christian Academy's side was Ji'Koi Highsmith, who picked up two sacks and made six total tackles.
Archbishop McCarthy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 317 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Calvary Christian Academy only rushed for 69.
Calvary Christian Academy's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Yohan-Li Louis, who rushed for 68 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries. Another player making a difference was Camden Hartzell, who threw for 249 yards and three touchdowns.
The victory snapped Archbishop McCarthy's losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 5-4 record. As for Calvary Christian Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-3.
Archbishop McCarthy will head out on the road to challenge King's Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Archbishop McCarthy is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses. Calvary Christian Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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