The First Academy put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They came out on top against the Atlantic Eagles by a score of 41-28. The First Academy's win was all the more impressive since the Eagles were averaging only 15.4 points allowed on the season.
The First Academy had a senior duo take command as Salomon Georges rushed for 106 yards and two touchdowns on only nine carries and Dane Thompkins rushed for 107 yards and two touchdowns. Georges' longest rush was for an impressive 65 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Jaelyn Powell was another key player, rushing for 41 yards and two touchdowns.
The First Academy's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Devin Jackson and Evan James. Jackson is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least six every time he's taken the field this season. Blaze Jones was another major factor on D, picking up two sacks and making six total tackles.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, The First Academy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 254 rushing yards. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved they're rushing yard total in three consecutive games.
When it comes to explaining why Atlantic lost, don't look at Deandre Desinor. Despite the final result, he rushed for 124 yards and a touchdown. Lincoln Graf was in the mix as well, providing Atlantic with two touchdowns.
The First Academy's victory bumped their record up to 5-0. As for Atlantic, the defeat snapped their winning streak at four games and leaves them with a 4-1 record.
The First Academy didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 39-13 win vs. Orlando Christian Prep on the 27th. As for Atlantic, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Treasure Coast at 6:30 p.m. on October 4th. Atlantic is facing Treasure Coast at the right time seeing as Treasure Coast is stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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