Thomas Jefferson Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 12th straight defeat dating back to last season. They had to suffer through a 48-7 loss at the hands of the Edmund Burke Academy Spartans. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Jaguars of the 49-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2023.
Jace Brooks threw for 66 yards on four of 12 attempts.
Ryder Rabun was his top target, picking up 52 receiving yards. On the ground,
Rashad Smith rushed for 37 yards.
It was another big night for Owen Redd, who rushed for 164 yards and two touchdowns for Edmund Burke Academy. Redd's longest rush was for an incredible 94 yards. Aden Hickman made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Thomas Jefferson Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Edmund Burke Academy, their win was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 6-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Thomas Jefferson Academy is on the road again on Friday to play Briarwood Academy at 7:30 p.m. Briarwood Academy will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something Thomas Jefferson Academy surely won't give up without a fight. As for Edmund Burke Academy, they are taking a road trip to challenge Gatewood at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Edmund Burke Academy's defense has only allowed 13 points per game this season, so Gatewood's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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