Harding Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. They were outmatched by the Jackson Christian Eagles on the road and fell 43-7. 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 329th, while the Eagles are ranked 70th).
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Jackson Christian to victory, but perhaps none more so than Duece Lawrence, who rushed for 112 yards and a touchdown on only ten carries. Lawrence's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his fourth straight game with at least 109 rushing yards. Another signal caller making a difference was Austin Kelley, who threw for 207 yards and two touchdowns on only 17 passes.
Harding Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Jackson Christian, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 8-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Harding Academy will welcome Fayette Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Jackson Christian, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Trinity Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. Jackson Christian will be looking to keep their ten-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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