The Houston Academy Raiders will host the Trinity Presbyterian Wildcats at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Trinity Presbyterian is hoping to do what Northside Methodist Academy couldn't on Friday: put an end to Houston Academy's winning streak, which now stands at five games. Houston Academy simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat Northside Methodist Academy 57-7 on the road. That 50 point margin sets a new team best for the Raiders this season.
Houston Academy had a senior duo take command as Kadyn Mitchell threw for 274 yards and four touchdowns while completing 85.7% of his passes and Gabe Glover picked up 150 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Glover's longest reception was for an incredible 74 yards. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Harrison Milanowski, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Houston Academy didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Houston Lee, Soles Faulk, and Glover picked up one apiece.
Meanwhile, Trinity Presbyterian never let their opponents score on Friday. They claimed a resounding 40-0 victory over Wicksburg on the road. Given the Wildcats' advantage in MaxPreps' Alabama football rankings (they are ranked 102nd, while the Panthers are ranked 231st), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Trinity Presbyterian wouldn't let Wicksburg keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Trinity Presbyterian can thank Webb McGregor and Rocky Bailey for forcing both of them.
Houston Academy's win bumped their record up to 7-1. As for Trinity Presbyterian, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-2.
Friday's match might be decided in the on the ground. Houston Academy has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 159 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Trinity Presbyterian struggles in that department as they've been averaging 172.6. It's looking like Friday's game might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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