After flying high against Randolph-Macon Academy last Saturday, Greenbrier Christian Academy came back down to earth. The Gators came up short against the Southampton Academy Raiders on Friday, falling 56-32. The Gators lost against the Raiders in their previous head to head back in October of 2021, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 60-57 score last time.
Despite the loss, Greenbrier Christian Academy still got an impressive performance from Tucker Basnight, who rushed for 169 yards and one score while picking up 8.9 yards per carry, and also picked up 80 receiving yards. Basnight didn't just play on offense: he also forced one fumble and made 16 total tackles (3.5 for loss). Parker Noland got in on the action too, returning a kick for a touchdown.
Greenbrier Christian Academy has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season. As for Southampton Academy, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Greenbrier Christian Academy will venture away from home to take on Chincoteague at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. That contest will pit two of the most dominant backs against one another: Basnight and Camaury Davis. As for Southampton Academy, they will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Rappahannock County at 7:00 p.m. on October 10.
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