Covenant Day extended their losing streak to five on Friday, dropping them down to 1-5. They were outmatched by the Harrells Christian Academy Crusaders and fell 51-21. The Lions were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Crusaders apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
Despite the defeat, Covenant Day saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Michael Banke rushed for 70 yards and two touchdowns. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Thomas Barry, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
As for Harrells Christian Academy, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-1. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
This one was won in the trenches and the lion's share of the credit has to go to Jeremiah Davis and Jarrod Miller. Davis rushed for 159 yards and a pair of scores on only seven carries while Miller rushed for 136 yards and one TD on only seven carries. Miller got the majority of those rushing yards when he took off on a run that went for an incredible 77 yards.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Covenant Day will face off against Hickory Grove Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hickory Grove Christian's defense has only allowed 13.2 points per game this season, so Covenant Day's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Harrells Christian Academy, they will head out on the road to square off against North Raleigh Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. This will be the Crusaders' first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
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