Calhoun Academy has been away from home for three games now, but on Friday they'll finally make their return. They will welcome the Orangeburg Prep Indians at 7:30 p.m. One thing working in Calhoun Academy's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last three games.
Last Friday, Calhoun Academy was fully in charge, breezing past Andrew Jackson Academy 44-6 on the road. The result was nothing new for the Cavaliers, who have now won three contests by 27 points or more so far this season.
It was another big night for Colt Layton, who rushed for 176 yards and three touchdowns on only ten carries, and also threw for 55 yards and a touchdown. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in rushing yards. Chase Strickland was another key player, gaining 79 total yards and two touchdowns.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Calhoun Academy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 322 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 200 rushing yards in six consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Calhoun Academy's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Layton. He is also on a roll when it comes to rushing touchdowns, as he's now punched in two or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Orangeburg Prep lost 27-7 to Greenwood Christian on Friday.
Calhoun Academy's victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 4-1. As for Orangeburg Prep, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Calhoun Academy took a serious blow against Orangeburg Prep in their previous matchup back in September of 2023, falling 28-0. Will Calhoun Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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