It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Stephenson had no problem doing just that on Friday. They were the clear victors by a 42-18 margin over the Academy of Richmond County Musketeers. The result was nothing new for the Jaguars, who have now won six contests by 24 points or more so far this season.
This one was won in the trenches and the lion's share of the credit has to go to Jayden Johnson and Anthony Booker. Johnson rushed for 221 yards and three TDs on only 14 carries while Booker rushed for 103 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only nine carries. Johnson is crushing it when it comes to rushing yards: he's rushed for at least 103 every time he's taken the field this season.
Despite the defeat, Academy of Richmond County saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Carson Hand threw for 202 yards and one TD.
Jaguars
| 11/14/25 vs Academy of Richmond County | 42-18 |
| 10/31/25 vs Douglass | 21-10 |
| 10/17/25 vs Riverdale | 63-20 |
| 10/03/25 vs Cedar Grove | 50-18 |
| 09/05/25 vs Decatur | 27-17 |
| + 6 more games |
Stephenson's victory was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 10-1. Those home wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 39.1 points this season. As for Academy of Richmond County, they now have a losing record of 5-6.
Looking ahead, Stephenson will face off against Westside at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Patriots' defense has only allowed 11.6 points per game this season, so the Jaguars' offense will have their work cut out for them. Academy of Richmond County does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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