Cross Keys was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 16th straight defeat dating back to last season. They had to suffer through a 50-8 loss at the hands of the Lanier Christian Academy Lightning. The Phoenix were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 29-0.
Lanier Christian Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Noah Freeman led the charge by rushing for 113 yards and two touchdowns on only nine carries. Another signal caller making a difference was Drew Kalinauskis, who threw for 95 yards and three touchdowns while completing 85.7% of his passes.
Cross Keys' loss dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Lanier Christian Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 4-3 record this season.
Cross Keys will head out on the road to square off against Stone Mountain at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Cross Keys is facing Stone Mountain at the right time seeing as Stone Mountain is stuck on a seven-game losing streak. As for Lanier Christian Academy, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Cherokee Christian at 7:30 p.m. Cherokee Christian is coming into the match with three straight victories on the road, so Lanier Christian Academy will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum.
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