On Friday, Calhoun Academy faced Delta Academy in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The Calhoun Academy Cougars lost 44-22 to the Delta Academy Raiders. The Cougars were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Raiders apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.
When it comes to explaining why Calhoun Academy lost, don't look at Layton Logan. Despite the final result, he rushed for 137 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries. Logan's longest rush was for an impressive 57 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Another rusher making a difference was Bronnor Bingham, who rushed for 54 yards and a touchdown on only six carries.
Even if they lost, Calhoun Academy's defensive line still kept up the pressure with six sacks. The heavy lifting was done by Garrett Smith and Jonah Clark, who racked up four sacks between them.
It was another big night for Bailey Seymore, who rushed for 138 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 carries, and also caught a touchdown for Delta Academy.
Calhoun Academy's loss ended a four-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 1-3. As for Delta Academy, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Calhoun Academy will welcome Deer Creek at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Delta Academy, they will venture away from home to take on Sylva Bay Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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