Savannah Arts Academy had to kick off their season on the road on Tuesday, but they showed no ill effects. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Johnson Atomsmashers 8-6. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Panthers as it put an end to their 11-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Leading Savannah Arts Academy to victory were Annie Torres-Espino and Maya Lilja-Vazquez. Torres-Espino gained 145 total yards and a touchdown, while Lilja-Vazquez rushed for 90 yards on only seven carries. Torres-Espino's longest reception was for an impressive 60 yards, which helps to explain her lofty yards per catch total.
Johnson's loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Savannah Arts Academy has already played their next contest, a 14-0 defeat against Islands on the 8th. As for Johnson, they will challenge Savannah Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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