American Leadership Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They were beaten by the Strom Thurmond Rebels 53-0. While getting shut out isn't ideal, the Patriots haven't been shut out since back in August.
Strom Thurmond found their leader in underclassman Gregory Moore, who rushed for 89 yards and a touchdown. Those 89 rushing yards set a new season-high mark for Moore. Another player making a difference was Shaheed Williams, who rushed for 51 yards and a touchdown.
American Leadership Academy's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Strom Thurmond, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. American Leadership Academy's road trip will continue as they head out to face Batesburg-Leesville on Friday. Batesburg-Leesville will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something American Leadership Academy surely won't give up without a fight. As for Strom Thurmond, they will face off against Pelion at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Pelion is coming into the match with five straight defeats at home, meaning Strom Thurmond will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win.
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