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Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took a 28-21 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Northern Virginia HomeSchool Centurions on Thursday. Surprisingly, this marked the Colonials' fourth straight game in which the away team has come away the victor.
Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Abdul Bundu, who rushed for 122 yards and one touchdown while picking up 7.2 yards per carry.
Even if they lost, Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology's defense still kept up the pressure with three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Alvaro Jimenez Sandoval, Christian Barrera, and Nabi Zekarias, who each picked up one sack apiece.
Northern Virginia HomeSchool's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Sheppard Jones, who rushed for 123 yards and a pair of TDs, and also threw for 167 yards and one touchdown. Those 123 rushing yards gave Jones a new career-high. Clayton Frazier was another key player, rushing for 84 yards and one score.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology is packing up and heading out for their first away game of the season: they will square off against Park View at 7:00 p.m. on the 5th. As for Northern Virginia HomeSchool, they will challenge Central Virginia Disciples at 2:00 p.m. on the 6th. This will be the Centurions' first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
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