After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Seven Rivers Christian, First Academy was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They came out on top against the Trinity Prep Saints by a score of 22-12. That's more bragging rights for the Eagles, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
First Academy had a senior duo take command as Cason Cherry threw for 231 yards and three touchdowns on only 18 passes and Rhett Walsh picked up 128 receiving yards and a touchdown. Walsh's longest reception was for an impressive 60 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per catch total.
Although Trinity Prep took the loss, they still got scores from Jack Niles and James Ellzey.
The win got First Academy back to even at 1-1. As for Trinity Prep, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. First Academy will square off against Santa Fe Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. First Academy is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Trinity Prep, they will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Legacy Charter at 7:00 p.m. on September 13th.
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