Lakeway Christian Academy couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by the Knoxville Catholic Fighting Irish at home and fell 50-13. While losing is never fun, the Lions can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Tennessee football rankings (they are ranked 144th, while the Fighting Irish are ranked 17th).
A big part of the victory came down to the chemistry between Mack Bartholomew and his top target Tyreek King. Bartholomew threw for 311 yards and four touchdowns while completing 81.3% of his passes while King picked up 196 receiving yards and four touchdowns. King was no stranger to the big play, connecting with a big catch that went for 66 yards. Knoxville Catholic also got help from Casen Jenkins, who showed off his sure hands for 121 receiving yards.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lakeway Christian Academy will host Volunteer at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Knoxville Catholic, they will square off against Brevard at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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