If Andrew Jackson was feeling good off their 47-12 takedown of KIPP Bold City last Friday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Andrew Jackson Tigers fell just short of the Ribault Trojans by a score of 18-16 on Friday. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Trojans apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.
Andrew Jackson's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. It was truly a group effort as Brieon Glover, TayVion Lawson, and Jerome Boynton Iii picked up one apiece. Lawson's also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making two total tackles and defending two passes in addition to snagging an interception.
Jaylen Francis was the offensive standout of the game as he rushed for 100 yards and a touchdown on only 12 carries.
Andrew Jackson's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Ribault, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Andrew Jackson will take on University Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Ribault, they are on the road again on Friday to play Camden County at 7:30 p.m.
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