Jackson Academy extended their winning streak to four on Friday, bumping them up to 4-0. They strolled past the Hartfield Academy Hawks with points to spare, taking the game 41-22. The game was the first time the Raiders have beaten the Hawks on their field since October 8, 2021.
Josef Walker had an outrageously good game as he threw for 197 yards and a pair of TDs on only 11 passes, and also rushed for 35 yards and one touchdown. 80 of Walker's passing yards were hauled in by O'Mari Johnson, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
TJ White
| 09/19/25 @ Hartfield Academy | 12 |
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Jackson Academy's defense stepped up as well, laying out Ethan Elliott. 8.5 times. Leading the way was TJ White with four sacks. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 6 total tackles per game. Dereon Albert was another major factor on D, picking up 1.5 sacks, forcing one fumble, and making ten total tackles.
As for Hartfield Academy, their defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 1-3. Hawks fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against Jackson Academy since Friday.
Collin McIntyre and Elliott certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. McIntyre rushed for 80 yards and a pair of scores, while Elliott threw for 187 yards and one touchdown.
Looking ahead, Jackson Academy will welcome Madison-Ridgeland Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Raiders will need to watch out since the Patriots have now posted at least 31 points in their last four matchups. As for Hartfield Academy, they will head out on the road to face off against Jackson Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Hawks will be up against the Patriots' rather soft defense (which has allowed 28 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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