After two games on the road, Carroll Academy is heading back home. They will host the Winston Academy Patriots at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
Last Friday, Carroll Academy was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 26-21 to Starkville Academy.
Meanwhile, Winston Academy didn't have done well against Lamar recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. Winston Academy won a matchup that couldn't have been any closer, slipping by Lamar 35-34. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Patriots.
Winston Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Beau Boatner, who picked up 95 receiving yards and two touchdowns, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. Boatner got the majority of those receiving yards when he pulled down a pass and took off for a gain of 60 yards. Another passer making a difference was Holder Tidwell, who threw for 109 yards and two touchdowns.
Winston Academy wouldn't let Lamar keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Winston Academy can thank Landon Clark and Hayes Caperton for forcing both of them.
Carroll Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Winston Academy, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Carroll Academy lost to Winston Academy at home by a decisive 32-18 margin in their previous meeting back in September of 2023. Thankfully for Carroll Academy, Omar Scott (who rushed for 138 yards and three touchdowns) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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