Jackson Academy entered their contest against Madison-Ridgeland Academy on Friday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Jackson Academy Raiders fell 24-14 to the Madison-Ridgeland Academy Patriots. It was the first time this season that the Raiders let down their fans at home.
Jackson Academy's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Pruet James, who threw for 168 yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 39 yards and a touchdown. Vaiden Taylor was James' top target, picking up 112 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Jackson Academy didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Tripp Mosal and Rhodes Robinson. Another thorn in Madison-Ridgeland Academy's side was Tj White, who made 15 total tackles (2.0 for loss) and defended two passes.
Even though they lost, Jackson Academy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 241 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 241 rushing yards in four consecutive matchups.
Jackson Academy's loss ended a seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 7-2. As for Madison-Ridgeland Academy, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 8-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Jackson Academy will venture away from home to challenge Presbyterian Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Jackson Academy's defense has only allowed 12.8 points per game this season, so Presbyterian Christian's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Madison-Ridgeland Academy, they will take on Jackson Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Jackson Prep knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past eight matches -- so hopefully Madison-Ridgeland Academy likes a good challenge.
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