The Calvary Christian Knights will face off against the Brookstone Cougars at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Calvary Christian is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
Having struggled with six defeats in a row dating back to last season, Calvary Christian finally turned things around against Skipstone Academy on Friday. They came out on top against the Warriors by a score of 7-0. The Knights' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, it may have taken overtime to finish the job, but Brookstone ultimately got the result they hoped for on Friday. They secured a 33-27 W over Stratford Academy. Brookstone's victory was all the more impressive since the Eagles were averaging only 13.17 points allowed on the season.
Brookstone's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Broughton Branch, who threw for 287 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 12.5 yards per attempt. Dillon Terry was another key receiver, gaining 117 total yards and a touchdown.
Calvary Christian's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5. As for Brookstone, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 3-2.
Calvary Christian was taken down by Brookstone 70-24 in their previous meeting back in August of 2021. Thankfully for Calvary Christian, Joel Jones (who rushed for 57 yards and two touchdowns on only seven carries) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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