After starting their season with two straight games on the road, Ben's Ford Christian is finally coming home. They will be defending their home-fieldthey go up against the Franklin Academy Cougars on Friday. Franklin Academy took a loss in their last game and will be looking to turn the tables on Ben's Ford Christian, who comes in off a win.
Last Friday, Ben's Ford Christian strolled past Wilkinson County Christian Academy with points to spare, taking the game 58-40.
Ben's Ford Christian's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Dashell Houston, who rushed for 288 yards and four touchdowns. Houston's also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making eight total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defending two passes. Ein Knight was another key passer, rushing for 156 yards and four touchdowns.
Meanwhile, Franklin Academy took a blow against Claiborne Academy last Friday, falling 44-6.
Ben's Ford Christian's win bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Franklin Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.
Ben's Ford Christian strolled past Franklin Academy in their previous matchup back in September of 2023 by a score of 50-34. One of the biggest obstacles trying to stand in the way of that victory was Franklin Academy's Cade Ingram, who picked up 151 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Now that he won't be playing on Friday, will it be easier for Ben's Ford Christian to walk away with another win? There's only one way to find out.
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