There's no place like home for Thomas Heyward Academy, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They managed a 32-27 victory over the Beaufort Academy Eagles on Friday. The win continues a trend for the Rebels in their matchups with the Eagles: they've now won three in a row.
Tony O'Banner was his usual excellent self, rushing for 134 yards.

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| Tony O'banner | 1 |
| Mackie Bowers | 1 |
| Grayson Hymon | 1 |
Thomas Heyward Academy didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as O'Banner, Mackie Bowers, and Grayson Hymon picked up one apiece.
When it comes to explaining why Beaufort Academy lost, don't look at Nych Underwood. Despite the final result, he rushed for 145 yards and two TDs. The Eagles are 5-1 when Underwood posts two or more rushing touchdowns, but 1-3 otherwise. Beaufort Academy also got help from Devin Fripp, who showed off his sure hands for 94 receiving yards.
Thomas Heyward Academy's victory bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Beaufort Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-4 record this season.
Thomas Heyward Academy has already played their next matchup, a 47-20 win against Carolina Academy on the 7th. As for Beaufort Academy, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 36-20 loss against Dorchester Academy on the 7th.
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