After losing to Benton Academy the last time they met, Columbus Christian Academy decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The rams were the clear victors by a 54-34 margin over the Raiders on Friday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the rams.
Matthew Benge had a dynamite game, rushing for 379 yards and six touchdowns while picking up 19.0 yards per carry, and also throwing for 95 yards and a pair of TDs. Columbus Christian Academy's leading receiver David Easterling was Benge's top target yet again, picking up 95 receiving yards and a pair of scores.
Columbus Christian Academy's defensive line stepped up as well, laying out the QB three times. In fact, those sacks all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Welton Davidson.
Columbus Christian Academy has also opened the season with a perfect 2-0 record. As for Benton Academy, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 0-2.
Columbus Christian Academy will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Russell Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on the 12th. As for Benton Academy, they will face off against Lee Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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