Jackson Christian came into Friday's contest looking for another win against Trinity Christian Academy, but Owen Atwood wouldn't allow it. The Lions came out on top in a nail-biter against the Eagles on Friday, sneaking past 31-28 thanks in part to Atwood, who rushed for 87 yards and one touchdown on only six carries, and also threw for 135 yards and a pair of TDs. He really tore up the turf during one magnificent 80-yard run.

Lions
10/03/25 @ Jackson Christian | 31-28 |
09/26/25 vs First Assembly Christian | 48-0 |
09/18/25 @ Harding Academy | 56-0 |
09/12/25 @ West Carroll | 42-0 |
The win (which was Trinity Christian Academy's fourth in a row) raised their record to 5-2. Those victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 7.0 points on average over those games. As for Jackson Christian, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 6-1.
Coming up, Trinity Christian Academy will challenge Fayette Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Lions will be up against the Vikings' rather soft defense (which has allowed 32.29 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Jackson Christian, they will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Harding Academy at 7:00 p.m. on the 17th.
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