Jupiter Christian has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 14.22 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Monday. They came up short against the American Heritage Stallions, falling 35-14. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Eagles have suffered since October 20, 2023.
Despite the loss, Jupiter Christian still got an impressive performance from Gideon Douglas, who picked up 92 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 70 yards.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead American Heritage to victory, but perhaps none more so than Sean Siska, who rushed for 28 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 185 yards and a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards Siska has posted since back in October of 2023. Another player making a difference was Jaden Desir, who gained 145 total yards and a touchdown.
Jupiter Christian's loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 7-2. As for American Heritage, their victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 7-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jupiter Christian will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Inlet Grove at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for American Heritage, they will play host again on Friday to welcome Lakeland Christian, where kickoff is scheduled at 6:30 p.m. Lakeland Christian's defense has only allowed 11 points per game this season, so American Heritage's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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