Marist has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 9.32 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Thursday. They were outmatched by the Milton Eagles on the road and fell 35-6. While losing is never fun, the War Eagles can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Georgia football rankings (they are ranked 90th, while the Eagles are ranked fourth).
Audrey Jensen was the offensive standout of the contest as she threw for 175 yards and three touchdowns. Emerson Rico also helped with two touchdowns in total.
Marist's defeat was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 12-10. As for Milton, the victory was the tenth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 21-4.
Marist does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Milton, they will take on St. Pius X Catholic on Monday. One thing working in Milton's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last three matchups.
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