St. John scored the most points they've had this season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They took a blow against the Academic Magnet Raptors, falling 46-7. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Islanders of the 43-7 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2024.
Owen George produced another solid performance rushing for 127 yards and a pair of TDs on only seven carries, while also throwing for 145 yards and three touchdowns while completing 83.3% of his passes for Academic Magnet. George is crushing it when it comes to rushing yards: he's rushed for at least 127 every time he's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Bryce Lee, who picked up 95 receiving yards and a pair of scores.
St. John's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Academic Magnet, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. St. John's will face off against Scott's Branch at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The matchup will give the Islanders their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Academic Magnet, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Andrews at 7:30 p.m. on October 3.
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