Fans were treated to a battle of the Cougars on Friday. Central Hinds Academy lost 33-7 to Columbia Academy. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Central Hinds Academy of the 27-21 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in November of 2024.
Jay Shuff threw for 106 yards on 12 of 22 attempts. Cofey Jenkins was his top target, picking up 30 receiving yards.
This one was won in the trenches and the lion's share of the credit has to go to Bentley Myers and Carson Stuart. Myers rushed for 138 yards and one score on only 12 carries while Stuart gained 117 total yards and two touchdowns. Those 138 rushing yards gave Myers a new career-high.
Central Hinds Academy has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-3 record this season. As for Columbia Academy, their win bumped their record up to 4-2.
Looking ahead, Central Hinds Academy will be playing at home against West Memphis Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Columbia Academy, they are taking a road trip to face off against Sacred Heart at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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