Football Recap: Central Piles Up the Points Against Brookwood

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Previous 5 Games

10/10/25 - Home	56-14 W
10/11/24 - Away	49-13 W
09/15/23 - Home	40-8 W
09/09/22 - Away	22-26 L
08/27/15 - Home	14-2 W

Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Central). They blew past the Brookwood Panthers 56-14 on Friday. The team's explosion on offense also rewarded the Falcons with their most commanding win of the season.

Central's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Armani White, who threw for 115 yards and three TDs, and also rushed for 38 yards. That's the most passing touchdowns White has posted since back in November of 2024. Central's leading receiver Tra'Von Hall was White's top target yet again, picking up 63 receiving yards and one score, while also rushing for 44 yards and one touchdown.

Central didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Demond Little and Javarski Lanier. Lanier has been hot recently, having also posted six or more total tackles the last three times he's played. Central received some extra help from TaQuarious Henderson, whose fumble return for a touchdown made for one of the most unforgettable moments.

Special teams played a big role in the game for Central, adding 14 points to the final score. The biggest highlight from special teams (and perhaps the team as a whole) came courtesy of James Freeman, who ran a kickoff back for a touchdown.

Despite the loss, Brookwood saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Jamarcus Jackson rushed for 63 yards and one TD, and also threw for 102 yards and one touchdown.

Central's record now sits at 6-2. As for Brookwood, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.

Coincidentally, Central and Brookwood will both be playing Hueytown the next time they take the field. The Panthers will host the Golden Gophers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, while the Falcons will head out to face them at 7:00 p.m. on the 24th.