The Classical Academy won the last time they faced Elizabeth and things went their way on Friday too. The Titans blew past the Cardinals 27-7. The game was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 20-0.
Jackson Smetana
| 09/12/25 @ Elizabeth | 109.4 |
| 09/05/25 vs Florence | 104.9 |
| 08/29/25 @ Eaton | 104.5 |
| 10/25/24 @ D'Evelyn | 114.6 |
The Classical Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jackson Smetana, who threw for 281 yards and three touchdowns. What's more, Smetana racked up 109.4 passer rating, the most he's had since back in October of 2024. Jackson Schipfer helped Smetana out on the ground, rushing for 149 yards while picking up 7.5 yards per carry.
The Classical Academy didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited Elizabeth to a completion percentage of just 31.2%. That dominant aerial defense primarily came from four players: Hayden Gustafson, Joshua Knuckles, Sam Newman, and Ben Graversen, who each logged one passes deflected. The Classical Academy hasn't an opponent to post a completion percentage of 0.5 or higher in four consecutive contests dating back to last season.
The Classical Academy didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Johnny Howe and Schipfer.
The Classical Academy's win bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Elizabeth, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Looking ahead, The Classical Academy will be playing in front of their home fans against La Junta at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Elizabeth, they will venture away from home to take on Weld Central at 7:00 p.m. on the 20th.
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