Football Recap: Adam Cook Leads a Balanced Attack to Beat Saint James

Friars

Previous 4 Games (Away)

08/30/25 @ Saint James	30-28
10/18/24 @ Our Lady of Mount Carmel	28-6
10/11/24 @ Severn School	45-7
09/27/24 @ Boys Latin	21-0

Archbishop Curley had won four straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Saturday they bumped up to 1-1 to make it five. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Saint James Saints 30-28. The win almost wasn't to be: the Friars were down 21-0 in the second quarter.

Archbishop Curley got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Adam Cook out in front who threw for 169 yards and three touchdowns. 101 of those passing yards were hauled in by Jemal O'Neal, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.

Archbishop Curley didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Rashien (Tim) Gibbs and Parker Giannelli.

As for Saint James, their record now sits at 0-1. The defeat came about despite they having been up 21 in the second quarter.

Despite the loss, Saint James still got an impressive performance from Jayden Yates, who rushed for 139 yards and one score on only 12 carries, and also threw for 202 yards and one TD. Liam Hall was another key player, gaining 55 total yards and two touchdowns.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Archbishop Curley will take on Calvert Hall at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Saint James, they will square off against Paul VI at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.