Delta Academy's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They claimed a resounding 58-22 win over the Hebron Christian Eagles on the road. Considering the Raiders have won four matches by more than 21 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
It was another big night for Bailey Seymore, who rushed for 72 yards and two touchdowns, and also picked up 35 receiving yards and a touchdown. Caden Collins was another key player, rushing for 55 yards and a touchdown.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Delta Academy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 331 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2023.
Delta Academy didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Collins. Those 55 rushing yards gave him a new career-high.
Despite the loss, Hebron Christian still got an impressive performance from Jake Potter, who rushed for 155 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries. Potter also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making seven total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defending a pass.
Delta Academy moved to 5-3 with that victory, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for Hebron Christian, they dropped their record down to 1-7 with the defeat, which was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Delta Academy and Deer Creek are set to duel on Friday. Delta Academy is facing Deer Creek at the right time seeing as Deer Creek is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Hebron Christian, they will play host again on Friday to welcome Marvell Academy, where kickoff is scheduled at 7:00 p.m. Hebron Christian will also cruise into their next contest with the timing on their side: Marvell Academy will have lost six straight heading into Friday's matchup.
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