Clarendon Hall extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 12 on Friday, dropping them down to 0-2. They were two points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 29-27 heartbreaker at the hands of the Patrick Henry Academy Patriots. The Saints gained 86 more yards on the day, but it was the Patriots that made the best use of them.
Clarendon Hall lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Grayson Elliott, who rushed for 81 yards and one score. Clarendon Hall also got help from Josh Hodge, who showed off his sure hands for 98 receiving yards.
As for Patrick Henry Academy, the victory got them back to even at 1-1. They haven't had any issues with Clarendon Hall recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive win against them.
Rylin Brunson had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 128 yards and four touchdowns on only 14 carries. He didn't just play on offense: he also forced one fumble and made five total tackles in addition to snagging an interception.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Clarendon Hall will welcome Williamsburg Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Patrick Henry Academy, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Beaufort Academy at 7:30 p.m. The game will give the Patriots their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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