Two dominant backs in Tony O'Banner and Nych Underwood are getting ready to go toe-to-toe. The Thomas Heyward Academy Rebels will be playing in front of their home fans against the Beaufort Academy Eagles at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
Thomas Heyward Academy blew Carolina Academy out of the water the last time the pair played, but on Friday Carolina Academy got their revenge. The Rebels fell just short of the Bobcats by a score of 30-27. The Rebels have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Beaufort Academy, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They simply couldn't be stopped on Friday as they easily beat Andrew Jackson Academy 44-8. The result was nothing new for the Eagles, who have now won five games by 36 points or more so far this season.
Thomas Heyward Academy's loss dropped their record down to 2-5. As for Beaufort Academy, they moved to 6-3 with that victory, which also ended their three-game losing streak.
Thomas Heyward Academy took their win against Beaufort Academy in their previous matchup back in November of 2024 by a conclusive 49-25 score. One of the biggest obstacles trying to stand in the way of that victory was the Eagles' Dietrich Shuford, who rushed for 186 yards and one touchdown on only 15 carries, and also threw for 172 yards and a pair of TDs. Now that he won't be playing on Friday, will it be easier for the Rebels to walk away with another win? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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