Houston Christian unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Lutheran South Academy Pioneers on Friday, falling 35-9. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Mustangs of the 31-17 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in August of 2024.
Lutheran South Academy had a senior duo take command as Holt Teichman threw for 206 yards and two TDs while completing 71.4% of his passes and Braeden Robinson picked up 109 receiving yards and one touchdown. Joshua Pippillion got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Houston Christian will take on St. John's at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Lutheran South Academy, they will challenge Hyde Park at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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