Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Aquinas). They claimed a resounding 49-14 win over the Xavier Prep Saints at home. Aquinas' victory was all the more impressive since the Saints were averaging only 17.8 points allowed on the season.
Aquinas was led to victory by Malachi Jones and Champ Brown. Jones rushed for 77 yards and three touchdowns, while Brown rushed for 120 yards and a touchdown on only 14 carries. That's the most rushing yards Jones has posted since back in October of 2023.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Aquinas was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 270 rushing yards. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved they're rushing yard total in three consecutive matches.
Aquinas now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Xavier Prep, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Aquinas will head out to face off against Ontario Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Aquinas will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each contest than the last. As for Xavier Prep, they will be staying on the road on Friday to face off against Palm Desert at 7:00 p.m. Xavier Prep's defense has only allowed 17.8 points per game this season, so Palm Desert's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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