Phoenix Christian is still undefeated this season after their match against Benson on Friday, but Benson came as close as anyone has to beating them. The Phoenix Christian Cougars came out on top in a nail-biter against the Benson Bobcats , sneaking past 22-20. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Cougars have posted since August 25, 2023.
Kevin Palafox went supernova for Phoenix Christian, rushing for 138 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 7.3 yards per carry. With that strong performance, Palafox is now averaging an impressive 114.5 rushing yards per game.
Phoenix Christian's defense stepped up as well, laying out Dawson Judd. six times. In that department, Aaron Whitten was the leader with three sacks. He also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, picking up three sacks and making six total tackles (5.0 for loss). Luke Hocking was another major factor on D, picking up a sack, forcing two fumbles, and making four total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Phoenix Christian was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 253 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Benson only rushed for 142.
Despite the loss, Benson still got an impressive performance from Judd, who rushed for 58 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries, and also threw for 91 yards and a touchdown. Flint Davis handled things on the ground, rushing for 84 yards.
Phoenix Christian's victory bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Benson, their loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Phoenix Christian will be playing in front of their home fans against Arizona Lutheran Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Benson, they will square off against Morenci at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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