If Azle Christian was riding high fresh off their 55-8 takedown of Forestburg two weeks ago, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Fighting Crusaders were dealt a 98-52 loss at the hands of the Valor Preparatory Academy Knights on Friday. The Fighting Crusaders lost against the Knights in their previous head to head back in October of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 70-45 score last time.
Despite the defeat, Azle Christian had strong showings from Grayson Smith, who gained 434 total yards and five touchdowns, and Jaxon Durham, who threw for 242 yards and four touchdowns on only 19 passes. Smith's longest rush was for an impressive 56 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
Fighting Crusaders
| 10/24/25 vs Valor Preparatory Academy | 52-98 |
| 10/10/25 vs Forestburg | 55-8 |
| 10/03/25 @ Round Rock Christian Academy | 56-6 |
| 09/26/25 vs Temple Christian | 51-0 |
| 09/19/25 @ Weatherford Christian | 53-8 |
Azle Christian moved to 6-2 with that loss, which also ended their five-game winning streak. As for Valor Preparatory Academy, the win keeps them at an undefeated 9-0.
Coincidentally, Azle Christian and Valor Preparatory Academy will both be playing Wichita Christian the next time they take the field. The Fighting Crusaders will head out to face the Stars at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, while the Knights will host them at 6:00 p.m. on the 6th.
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