Nazarene Christian Academy gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They managed a 58-54 win over Prestonwood Christian North. This was payback for the Lions, who suffered a 40-34 loss the last time these two teams met.
Gaddiel Nakitare was a one-man wrecking crew for Nazarene Christian Academy as he rushed for 165 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 8.3 yards per carry. Aidan Adams was another key player, throwing for 201 yards and four touchdowns on only 18 passes.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Nazarene Christian Academy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 267 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Prestonwood Christian North only rushed for 144.
When it comes to explaining why Prestonwood Christian North lost, don't look at Hayden Wood. Despite the final result, he rushed for 127 yards and three touchdowns on only 12 carries, and also threw for 148 yards and three touchdowns. Another player making a difference was Reid Thornberry, who picked up 73 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Nazarene Christian Academy will square off against Keene on Friday. As for Prestonwood Christian North, they will be defending their home-field for the first timethey go up against Coram Deo Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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