After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Cross, Military Magnet Academy was happy to have turned things around on Saturday. They managed a 28-22 victory over the Bethune-Bowman Mohawks. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Eagles as it put an end to their four-game losing streak dating back to last season.
When it comes to explaining why Bethune-Bowman lost, don't look at Maurice Dawson. Despite the final result, he rushed for 129 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 101 yards and a touchdown on only five passes. Kevin Zeigler was Dawson's top target, picking up 72 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Military Magnet Academy's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Bethune-Bowman, they are on a 12-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-6.
Military Magnet Academy is on the road again on Friday to play Baptist Hill at 7:30 p.m. Baptist Hill's defense has only allowed 13.5 points per game this season, so Military Magnet Academy's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Bethune-Bowman, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Branchville at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Branchville has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 117 points over their last three matchups.
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