Xavier Prep has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 17.8 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They were dealt a 49-14 loss at the hands of the Aquinas Falcons. The Saints have struggled against the Falcons recently, as their game on Friday was their ninth consecutive lost matchup.
Aquinas was led to victory by Malachi Jones and Champ Brown. Jones rushed for 77 yards and three touchdowns, while Brown rushed for 120 yards and a touchdown on only 14 carries. That's the most rushing yards Jones has posted since back in October of 2023.
Xavier Prep's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2-1. As for Aquinas, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 3-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Xavier Prep is on the road again on Friday to play Palm Desert at 7:00 p.m. Xavier Prep's defense has only allowed 17.8 points per game this season, so Palm Desert's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Aquinas, they will square off against Ontario Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Aquinas will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each game than the last.
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