The Jefferson Davis Academy Raiders will square off against the Holly Hill Academy Raiders at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Jefferson Davis Academy is looking to tack on another W to their five-game streak on the road.
Jefferson Davis Academy had already proven themselves in the regular season, and didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They secured a 28-23 W over Richard Winn Academy on Friday.
Nasir Void was his usual excellent self, rushing for 151 yards and two touchdowns on only 14 carries. Colson Loadholt also helped out with an impressive 80 receiving yards.
Meanwhile, Holly Hill Academy waltzed into Friday's match with nine straight wins but they left with ten. They blew past Wardlaw Academy 57-28 at home. The result was nothing new for Holly Hill Academy, who have now won nine contests by 20 points or more so far this season.
It was another big night for Tyree James, who rushed for 220 yards and five touchdowns on only 12 carries. The team also got some help courtesy of Ashton Soles, who rushed for 22 yards and a touchdown.
Their wins bumped Jefferson Davis Academy to 11-2 and Holly Hill Academy to 11-1.
Friday's contest might be decided on the ground as these two are both standouts in the run game. Jefferson Davis Academy has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 266.3 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Holly Hill Academy struggles in that department as they've been averaging 245.5 per game. It's looking like Friday's game might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
Jefferson Davis Academy suffered a grim 36-16 defeat to Holly Hill Academy when the teams last played back in October. Can Jefferson Davis Academy avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
