With a playoff win on the line, Jefferson Davis Academy rose to the challenge on Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 44-42 win over the Wardlaw Academy Patriots. The Raiders haven't had any issues with the Patriots recently, as the game was their third consecutive victory against them.
Dalton Nix
| 11/07/25 vs Wardlaw Academy | 5 |
| 10/31/25 vs Holly Hill Academy | 3 |
| 10/17/25 @ Cross | 3 |
| 10/03/25 vs Cathedral Academy | 1 |
| 09/05/25 vs Palmetto Christian Academy | 1 |
A big part of Jefferson Davis Academy's win came down to the chemistry between Dalton Nix and his top target Harrison Ray. Nix threw for 186 yards and five touchdowns on only 15 passes while Ray picked up 134 receiving yards and three TDs. Those five passing touchdowns gave Nix a new career-high. Jefferson Davis Academy also got a significant boost from Gregory Lihan, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 95 yards.
Jefferson Davis Academy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 209 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 209 rushing yards in four consecutive games.
Jefferson Davis Academy didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Landon Williams and Reece Still.
Jefferson Davis Academy's record now sits at 8-3. As for Wardlaw Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 3-6.
Looking ahead, Jefferson Davis Academy will take on King Academy on Friday. The Raiders will need to watch out since the Knights have now posted at least 31 points in their last three matchups. Wardlaw Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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