Kemper Academy faced Columbus Christian Academy in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. The Rams were dealt a 62-8 loss at the hands of the rams. The Rams have struggled against the rams recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive lost matchup.
Columbus Christian Academy got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Matthew Benge out in front who rushed for 234 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 carries, and also threw for 64 yards and one TD while completing 71.4% of his passes. Benge's longest rush was for an incredible 80 yards. Imonn Hill was Benge's top target, picking up zero receiving yards.
Kemper Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Columbus Christian Academy, the win keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Kemper Academy will venture away from home to face off against Prentiss Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Rams will be up against the Saints' rather soft defense (which has allowed 27.5 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Columbus Christian Academy, they will head out on the road to square off against Calhoun Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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