Thomas Heyward Academy have had a week off and are no doubt ready to get back on the field. Thomas Sumter Academy and Thomas Heyward Academy go head to head on Friday at 7:30 PM in their first playoff game of the year. Thomas Sumter Academy will need to watch out since Thomas Heyward Academy have now posted big point totals in their last six contests.
Thomas Heyward Academy brought a nine-game winning streak into their matchup against Dorchester Academy two weeks ago; they left with a ten-game streak. Thomas Heyward Academy claimed a resounding 49-6 victory over Dorchester Academy. Thomas Heyward Academy had a senior duo take command as River Pender rushed for 226 yards and 1 touchdown on 20 carries and Jacob Masters picked up 131 yards on the ground on 11 carries and threw 2 TDs. Gobel was a defensive playmaker as well with a menacing three sacks.
Last Friday, Thomas Sumter Academy were within striking distance but couldn't close the gap, as they fell 14-19 to Dillon Christian.
Thomas Heyward Academy's win lifted them to 10-0 while Thomas Sumter Academy's loss dropped them down to 2-8. Thomas Sumter Academy's offensive line will need to gear up for a tough test against a Thomas Heyward Academy defensive front that amassed seven sacks against Dorchester Academy, so we'll see if they are up to the task.
Playoff bracket for these teams
See how Thomas Sumter Academy vs. Thomas Heyward Academy plays out in the box score
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