Northside Methodist Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 11th straight defeat dating back to last season. They received a blow as they fell 40-21 to the Slocomb Red Tops. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Knights of the 37-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2021.
It was another big night for Cade Birge, who rushed for 180 yards and three touchdowns on only 12 carries, and also threw for 195 yards and two touchdowns on only 12 passes for Slocomb. Birge's longest rush was for an impressive 58 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. 93 of those passing yards were hauled in by Hayes Hatton, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Northside Methodist Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Slocomb, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
Northside Methodist Academy's road trip will continue as they head out to face Trinity Presbyterian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Trinity Presbyterian is coming into the matchup with three straight losses at home, meaning Northside Methodist Academy will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Slocomb, they will face off against Montgomery Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Montgomery Academy's defense has only allowed 14.2 points per game this season, so Slocomb's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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