Menlo School put another one in the bag on Wednesday to keep their perfect season alive. They strolled past the King's Academy Knights with points to spare, taking the game 46-28. Menlo School's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
King's Academy's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mia Bennette, who threw for 265 yards and three touchdowns while completing 72.4% of her passes. Jessica Kim helped Bennette out on the ground, picking up 58 receiving yards and a touchdown, while also punching in a touchdown on the ground.
Menlo School pushed their record up to 7-0 with the win, which was their fourth straight on the road dating back to last season. As for King's Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Menlo School will challenge Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Menlo School's defense has only allowed 11.1 points per game this season, so Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for King's Academy, they will face off against Notre Dame at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. King's Academy is facing Notre Dame at the right time seeing as Notre Dame is stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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