The French Camp Academy Panthers will look to defend their home field on Friday against the Noxapater Tigers at 7:00 p.m. French Camp Academy will come in still looking for their first win of the season.
Last Friday, French Camp Academy came up short against Central Holmes Christian and fell 24-12.
The losing side was boosted by Logan Wright, who rushed for 78 yards and a touchdown.
Meanwhile, Noxapater was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Friday as they fell 28-22 to Eupora. The Tigers haven't had much luck with the Eagles recently, as the team's come up short the last two times they've met.
Despite the loss, Noxapater saw an underclassman step up: Camerion Pankey rushed for 81 yards and a touchdown on only five carries. Pankey's longest rush was for an impressive 58 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
French Camp Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Noxapater, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Friday's match might be decided in the on the ground. French Camp Academy has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 175 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Noxapater struggles in that department as they've been averaging 246.4. It's looking like Friday's matchup might have some serious battles in the trenches.
French Camp Academy came up short against Noxapater in their previous matchup back in September of 2023, falling 48-42. Will French Camp Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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