Banks Academy was the 40-30 winner over Bessemer Academy when they last played one another back in August of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Banks Academy Jets took a 33-21 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Bessemer Academy Rebels on Friday.
Bessemer Academy was led to victory by Jacob Rowell and Tyseon Smith. Rowell rushed for 173 yards and three touchdowns, while Smith gained 191 total yards and a touchdown. With that strong performance, Rowell is now averaging an impressive 108.7 rushing yards per game.
Banks Academy now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Bessemer Academy, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Banks Academy will head out on the road to square off against Valiant Cross Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Bessemer Academy, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Chambers Academy at 7:00 p.m. on September 20th.
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