First State Military Academy has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 13.2 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They took a 34-19 bruising from the Polytech Panthers. The Bulldogs have struggled against the Panthers recently, as their game on Friday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Several Bulldogs players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Nate Price, who threw for 270 yards and two touchdowns, and also punched in a rushing score. A healthy portion of that aerial production (121 yards to be exact) went to Kasson Bey, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Having lost for the first time this season, First State Military Academy fell to 4-1. As for Polytech, their victory bumped their record up to 3-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. First State Military Academy will host St. Andrew's at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. First State Military Academy will be looking to keep their five-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Polytech, they will welcome Christiana at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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