Delta Academy is ranked highly in their home state and on Friday they took on another highly ranked team in the form of Lee Academy. The Raiders came up short against the Cougars, falling 80-60. The Raiders' defeat continues a trend for the squad, making it six in a row.
Delta Academy's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Chaderious Boclair, who picked up 129 receiving yards and two scores, and also rushed for 74 yards and one touchdown on only six carries. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 80 yards. Another back making a difference was Bailey Seymore, who rushed for 123 yards and one TD on only 11 carries.
Delta Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Lee Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 4-4 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Delta Academy will host North Sunflower Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Raiders will be up against the Rebels' rather soft defense (which has allowed 50.75 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Lee Academy, they will face off against Tunica Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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