Mount Zion Christian Academy can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak thanks to their game on Friday. They came out on top against the Wake Prep Academy Guardians by a score of 24-13. For the Mighty Warriors, this counts as revenge for the 40-35 defeat the Guardians walked away with the last time they faced one another back in September of 2023.
Mount Zion Christian Academy found their leader in underclassman Ge?Arey Johnson, who threw for 232 yards and two touchdowns on only 19 passes, and also rushed for 45 yards.
Mount Zion Christian Academy didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Robert Arnold. David Obineme was another major factor on D, picking up two sacks and making seven total tackles (4.0 for loss).
When it comes to explaining why Wake Prep Academy lost, don't look at Nicholas Crosby. Despite the final result, he rushed for 119 yards and a touchdown on only 11 carries.
Mount Zion Christian Academy's victory ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-6. As for Wake Prep Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mount Zion Christian Academy will welcome Triangle Math & Science at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mount Zion Christian Academy is facing Triangle Math & Science at the right time seeing as Triangle Math & Science is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Wake Prep Academy, they will play host again on Friday to welcome American Leadership Academy-Johnston, where kickoff is scheduled at 7:00 p.m. One thing working in American Leadership Academy-Johnston's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last three contests.
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