On Thursday, the South Fork Bulldogs lost to the Zarephath Academy Eagles at home by a 48-30 margin.
When it comes to explaining why South Fork lost, don't look at Omar Mejia. Despite the final result, he rushed for 82 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries, and also picked up 37 receiving yards.
Zarephath Academy had a senior duo take command as Jordan Durham threw for 523 yards and four touchdowns while completing 73.5% of his passes and Terrell Brant picked up 279 receiving yards and four touchdowns. Durham's passing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his fourth straight game with at least 389 passing yards dating back to last season. Jamez Williams helped Durham out on the ground, rushing for 71 yards and a touchdown.
South Fork's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Zarephath Academy, they pushed their record up to 3-0 with that victory, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season.
South Fork will stay at home for another week and welcome Okeechobee at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Zarephath Academy, they will host Hollis Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Zarephath Academy knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 31 point or more in their past three matches -- so hopefully Hollis Christian Academy likes a good challenge.
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