St. Augustine is 0-3 against Mater Dei Catholic since September of 2021 but things could change on Friday. The St. Augustine Saints will be playing in front of their home fans against the Mater Dei Catholic Crusaders at 7:00 p.m.
St. Augustine is headed into Friday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their sixth straight game dating back to last season on Friday. They came up short against Newport Harbor, falling 28-7.
Meanwhile, Mater Dei Catholic came into Friday's game having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They took down Mira Mesa 40-21 on Friday. The Crusaders' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Kartell Purvis was his usual excellent self, throwing for 314 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 11.2 yards per attempt. Isaiah Cook was Purvis' top target, picking up 101 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
St. Augustine's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Mater Dei Catholic, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
St. Augustine came up short against Mater Dei Catholic when the teams last played back in September of 2023, falling 23-14. Will St. Augustine have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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