Jackson Christian had already won four in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 44.8 points) and they went ahead and made it five on Friday. They claimed a resounding 43-7 victory over the Harding Academy Lions. Given the Eagles' advantage in MaxPreps' Tennessee football rankings (they are ranked 70th, while the Lions are ranked 329th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Jackson Christian got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Duece Lawrence out in front who rushed for 112 yards and a touchdown on only ten carries. Lawrence's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his fourth straight game with at least 109 rushing yards. Easton Jones also helped with two touchdowns in total.
Jackson Christian pushed their record up to 8-1 with the victory, which was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Harding Academy, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jackson Christian will host Trinity Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few points on average, (Jackson Christian: 14, Trinity Christian Academy: 13.8) so any points scored will be well earned. As for Harding Academy, they will welcome Fayette Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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