Providence Christian Academy scored the most points they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They were just a hair shy of victory and fell 52-51 to the Friendship Christian Commanders. The LIONS lost against the Commanders in their previous head to head back in September of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 41-3 score last time.
Car'Lando Barton was his usual excellent self, rushing for 343 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 10.1 yards per carry for Friendship Christian. Barton really tore up the turf during one magnificent 71-yard run.
Providence Christian Academy's loss dropped their record down to 4-3. As for Friendship Christian, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 5-2.
Providence Christian Academy will take on Ezell-Harding Christian on Friday. Ezell-Harding Christian is coming into the matchup with four straight defeats on the road, meaning Providence Christian Academy will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Friendship Christian, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on York Institute at 7:00 p.m. on October 18th.
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