Wake Prep Academy unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took a 19-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the North Raleigh Christian Academy Knights on Friday. The Guardians haven't had much luck with the Knights recently, as the team has come up short the last three times they've met.
North Raleigh Christian Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Cooper Herakovich, who threw for 143 yards and a pair of touchdowns, and also rushed for 32 yards. What's more, Herakovich posted two passing touchdowns, the most he's had since back in September of 2024.
Coming up, Wake Prep Academy is headed away from home for the first time to take on North Moore at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for North Raleigh Christian Academy, they will welcome Ambassador Christian School at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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