Evangel Christian Academy kicked off their season on the road on Friday and hit a couple of potholes. They fell just short of the Ezekiel Academy Knights by a score of 44-42. The Lions have struggled against the Knights recently, as their contest on Friday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Mekhi Williams rushed for 138 yards and a touchdown on only 11 carries, and also threw for 178 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 passes.
Tobiyas McLemore was his top target, making three total tackles. On the ground,
Markevean Johnson made six total tackles.
Branden Davis went supernova for Ezekiel Academy, rushing for 423 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 18.4 yards per carry. Davis really tore up the turf during one magnificent 90-yard run. Shaun Taylor was another key player, rushing for 73 yards and two touchdowns.
Evangel Christian Academy will welcome Meadowview Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Ezekiel Academy, they will square off against Freedom C at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams are at an even 5-5 against one another since October of 2016.
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