Delta Academy dropped to 1-3 on Friday, ending the team's four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season. They took a blow against the Deer Creek Warriors, falling 56-14. The Raiders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Warriors apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
Chase Fowler threw for 67 yards on four of ten attempts. Jaylen Liddell was his top target, picking up 32 receiving yards. On the ground, Chaderious Boclair rushed for 57 yards and one score on only five carries.
As for Deer Creek, the win keeps them at an undefeated 4-0. Those victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 43.0 points this season.
Deer Creek found their leader in freshman Hayden_Smith9 Hayden Smith, who rushed for 188 yards and a pair of TDs on only ten carries. Hayden Smith's longest rush was for an incredible 76 yards. Jack Gentry was another key player, rushing for 38 yards and one touchdown.
Coming up, Delta Academy is taking a road trip to take on Calhoun Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Raiders will be up against the Cougars' rather soft defense (which has allowed 30 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Deer Creek, they will host Humphreys Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Warriors will need to watch out since the Rebels have now posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
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