The Newton County Academy Generals will face off against the Calhoun Academy Cougars at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Newton County Academy is coming in fresh off a high-stakes matchup with another one of Mississippi's top teams: Kemper Academy, who was ranked 23rd in their home state at the time (Newton County Academy was ranked fifth). Newton County Academy took their match at home on Friday with ease, bagging a 55-0 win over Kemper Academy. The Generals' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Ty Thrash continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines, rushing for 59 yards and three touchdowns, while also throwing for 180 yards and three touchdowns on only 12 passes. He has become a key player for Newton County Academy: the team is undefeated when he posts at least three passing touchdowns, but 1-2 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Cooper Savell, who picked up 45 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Newton County Academy's defense stepped up as well, laying out the QB 14 times. Harrison Wall and Amos Castillo were the leaders of the group effort as each produced four apiece. Josh Fletcher also set a new season high mark in total tackles with six.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Calhoun Academy, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They snuck past Deer Creek with a 30-24 victory on Friday.
The win made it two in a row for Newton County Academy and bumps their season record up to 4-2. As for Calhoun Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 2-3.
Newton County Academy couldn't quite finish off Calhoun Academy in their previous meeting back in September of 2023 and fell 48-46. Will Newton County Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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