The American Leadership Academy-Johnston Patriots are taking a road trip to challenge the Louisburg Warriors at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. American Leadership Academy-Johnston has given up an average of 28.4 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
American Leadership Academy-Johnston managed to keep up with Bunn until halftime on Friday, but things quickly went downhill from there. The Patriots came up short against the Wildcats, falling 41-15. The Patriots were down 28-7 at the end of the third quarter, and things only got worse from there.
Anthony Jimenez
| 10/03/25 vs Bunn | 159 |
| 09/26/25 @ Jordan-Matthews | 228 |
| 09/19/25 @ East Carteret | 139 |
| 09/12/25 vs Wake Prep Academy | 254 |
| 09/05/25 @ Fairmont | 162 |
| + 2 more games |
Despite the loss, American Leadership Academy-Johnston got top-tier performance from Anthony Jimenez, who rushed for 159 yards and one score while picking up 8.4 yards per carry. Jimenez is crushing it when it comes to rushing yards: he's rushed for at least 139 every time he's taken the field this season.
Meanwhile, on Friday Louisburg's undefeated season almost came to an end. They came within a single point of losing the streak, but they secured a 16-15 W against Nash Central. Those 16 points were actually the fewest the Warriors have put up all season, but given the result they're probably not too concerned.
American Leadership Academy-Johnston better focus on containing Dondre Allen and Mikah Mcknight as the pair were huge in Louisburg's win. Allen gained 104 total yards and two touchdowns, while Mcknight rushed for 134 yards. Those 134 rushing yards gave Mcknight a new career-high.
Louisburg was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 237 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 151 rushing yards in eight consecutive contests dating back to last season.
On the defensive side of the ball, a lot of the credit has to go to Louisburg's defense and their three sacks. Caiden Gasiewicz was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two himself. He also set a new season-high mark in total tackles with 12.
Louisburg's victory bumped their record up to 6-0. As for American Leadership Academy-Johnston, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-3 record this season.
Friday's game might be decided on the ground. American Leadership Academy-Johnston has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 306.3 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Louisburg struggles in that department as they've been averaging 231.2 rushing yards. There's a good chance Friday's contest turns into a tough fight on the ground. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
