Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Lafayette Christian Academy). They blew past the Welsh Greyhounds, posting a 43-7 victory. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest win the Knights have posted since November 24, 2023.
Lafayette Christian Academy had a senior duo take command as Jalen Noel rushed for 163 yards and a touchdown on only 11 carries and Ashton Begnaud threw for 118 yards and three touchdowns. Those 163 rushing yards set a new season-high mark for Noel.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Lafayette Christian Academy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 217 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in December of 2023.
One reason for the win was Lafayette Christian Academy's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for five sacks. Leading the way was Jaeden Winters with four. He has been hot recently, having also posted five or more total tackles the last three times he's played.
Lafayette Christian Academy's victory bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Welsh, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 4-4.
Lafayette Christian Academy will head out to face off against Evangel Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The last three games Evangel Christian Academy has played have been within three points, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Welsh, they will challenge Lake Arthur at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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