American Christian Academy unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the Tuscaloosa Academy Knights by a score of 16-14 on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Patriots have suffered since August 30, 2024.
Among those leading the charge was Mark Norris, who threw for 173 yards and one touchdown, and also rushed for 48 yards. Those 48 rushing yards gave him a new career-high. 93 of Norris' passing yards were hauled in by Mason Corder.
American Christian Academy wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next contest, a 44-12 defeat against Northridge on the 29th. As for Tuscaloosa Academy, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 35-0 win against Pickens County on the 29th.
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