The Choctawhatchee Indians will face off against the Enterprise Wildcats at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Choctawhatchee gave up the first points on Friday, but they didn't let that get them down. They blew past Fort Walton Beach 42-3. The Indians' win was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
Choctawhatchee had a senior duo take command as Tamen Zabetakis threw for 185 yards and three TDs and Zion Legree picked up 93 receiving yards and a pair of scores. Legree was no stranger to the big play, lighting up the secondary with a catch that went for 58 yards.
One reason for the win was Choctawhatchee's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for four sacks. That dominant display was truly a team effort as four different players picked up one apiece. They received some extra help from Amir Reese, whose fumble return for a touchdown made for one of the most unforgettable moments.
Meanwhile, Enterprise never let their opponents score on Friday. They took their matchup with ease, bagging a 38-0 victory over Smiths Station. The win continues a trend for the Wildcats in their matchups with the Panthers: they've now won seven in a row.
Enterprise's win came from a few key players Choctawhatchee will need to keep an eye on. One of the most notable was Mason Burkhardt, who threw for 205 yards and two touchdowns while completing 76.5% of his passes. What's more, he racked up 130.8 passer rating, the most he's had since back in September of 2024. Another player making a difference was Jyrell Reese, who rushed for 71 yards and one score on only six carries.
Enterprise now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Choctawhatchee, their victory bumped their record up to 9-0.
Choctawhatchee skirted past Enterprise 17-14 in their previous meeting back in November of 2024. Will the Indians repeat their success, or do the Wildcats have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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