Southern Academy hadn't done well against Morgan Academy recently (they were 0-3 in their previous three matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Cougars secured a 42-36 W over the Senators. This was payback for the Cougars, who suffered a 30-22 loss the last time these two teams met.
Southern Academy found their leader in sophomore Patrick Thomas, who rushed for 74 yards and two TDs on only eight carries. The team also got some help courtesy of Drew Rogers, who rushed for 58 yards on only five carries.
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| 09/12/25 - Home | 42-36 W |
| 08/23/24 - Away | 22-30 L |
| 09/17/21 - Home | 12-36 L |
| 09/18/20 - Away | 26-47 L |
The win got Southern Academy back to even at 2-2. As for Morgan Academy, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 3-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Southern Academy will venture away from home to take on Lowndes Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Cougars will need to watch out since the Rebels have now posted at least 31 points in their last three matchups. As for Morgan Academy, they are taking a road trip to square off against Abbeville Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few points on average (the Senators 13.8, the Generals 10.5) so any points scored will be well earned.
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