The Robert Toombs Christian Academy Crusaders will head out on the road to square off against Frederica Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Robert Toombs Christian Academy is coming into the contest on a five-game losing streak.
Robert Toombs Christian Academy is likely headed into the match with a focus on the second half, which is when things went downhill against Trinity Christian on Friday. Robert Toombs Christian Academy took a 21-14 hit to the loss column at the hands of Trinity Christian. While Robert Toombs Christian Academy didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating Trinity Christian 7-0 in the first quarter.
Despite the defeat, Robert Toombs Christian Academy had strong showings from Drew Edwards, who rushed for 78 yards and a touchdown on only five carries, and Christian Mixon, who rushed for 56 yards.
Robert Toombs Christian Academy didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Brittan Tabor and Jayden Toole. Bray Williamson was another major factor on D, making 17 total tackles (4.0 for loss).
Even though they lost, Robert Toombs Christian Academy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 264 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 155 rushing yards in six consecutive games.
Meanwhile, everything came up roses for Frederica Academy against St. Andrew's on Friday as the team secured a 49-8 victory. Frederica Academy might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matchups by 27 points or more this season.
Frederica Academy found their leader in sophomore Stanton Beverly, who rushed for 29 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 69 yards and a touchdown while completing 87.5% of his passes.
Robert Toombs Christian Academy's loss dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Frederica Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a massive bump to their 4-5 record this season.
Friday's match might be decided in the on the ground. Robert Toombs Christian Academy has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 254.2 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Frederica Academy struggles in that department as they've been averaging 228.1. It's looking like Friday's game might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Robert Toombs Christian Academy suffered a grim 42-21 defeat to Frederica Academy in their previous meeting back in October of 2023. Thankfully for Robert Toombs Christian Academy, Jordan Triplett (who rushed for 340 yards and six touchdowns) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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