Second Baptist is still undefeated this season after their contest against St. John on Friday, but St. John's came as close as anyone has to beating them. The Second Baptist Eagles had just enough and edged the St. John's Mavericks out 30-28. For the Eagles, this counts as revenge for the 28-7 loss the Mavericks walked away with the last time they faced one another back in September of 2023.
When it comes to explaining why St. John's lost, don't look at Cole Allen. Despite the final result, he rushed for 169 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 7.0 yards per carry. St. John's also got help from Owen Almy, who showed off his sure hands for 118 receiving yards.
Second Baptist's victory bumped their record up to 4-0. As for St. John's, their defeat ended a four-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 3-1.
Second Baptist didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 21-7 loss vs. Kinkaid on the 27th. St. John's has also already played their next match, a 62-35 win against Lutheran South Academy on the 27th.
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