Pusch Ridge Christian Academy extended their postseason success on Saturday against Benjamin Franklin. They came out on top against the Benjamin Franklin Chargers by a score of 24-13. The win was familiar territory for the Lions who have now won 11 contests in a row.
Pusch Ridge Christian Academy had a senior duo take command as Blake Reed rushed for 93 yards and two touchdowns and Jacob Newborn rushed for 51 yards and a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards Reed has posted since back in September.
Pusch Ridge Christian Academy didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Levi Adcock, Newborn, and Cruz Corona picked up one apiece. Tyler Shoaff was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making 13 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Despite the loss, Benjamin Franklin still got an impressive performance from Talan Speir, who picked up 152 receiving yards, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. Benjamin Franklin also got a significant boost from Ridge Allen, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 82 yards.
Pusch Ridge Christian Academy pushed their record up to 12-1 with the victory, which was their fourth straight on the road. As for Benjamin Franklin, their defeat ended a four-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 11-2.
Pusch Ridge Christian Academy didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 26-7 win against ALA - West Foothills on the 30th. Benjamin Franklin does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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