Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Leake Academy). They blew past the Pillow Academy Mustangs 55-21 at home on Friday. Considering the Rebels have won three matches by more than 33 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
George Wilcox was his usual excellent self, throwing for 358 yards and five touchdowns while picking up 10.5 yards per attempt, and also punching in a touchdown on the ground. His passing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 315 passing yards dating back to last season. Matthew Nowell was Wilcox's top target, picking up 99 receiving yards and three touchdowns.
Leake Academy didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Nowell. Another thorn in Pillow Academy's side was Coby Kemp, who made 14 total tackles (1.0 for loss).
Leake Academy pushed their record up to 4-3 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Pillow Academy, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-6.
Leake Academy and East Rankin Academy are set to duel on Friday. As for Pillow Academy, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Magnolia Heights at 7:00 p.m. on October 18th.
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