Africentric Early College had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They were the clear victor by a 38-14 margin over the West Jefferson Roughriders on Friday. The score was close at the half, but the Nubians pulled away in the second half with 22 points.
Josh Smith was nothing short of spectacular: he threw for 191 yards and three touchdowns while completing 73.3% of his passes, and also rushed for 87 yards and a touchdown on only ten carries. A healthy portion of that aerial production (83 yards to be exact) went to Derron Gray Jr., who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Africentric Early College didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Will Carlisle, Caleb Anthony, and Ta'Lil Spikes picked up one apiece.
Africentric Early College will be defending their home-field for the first time for the first time when they go up against Minster at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for West Jefferson, they are taking a road trip to take on Paint Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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