September 8, 2012

Ryan Bonifant
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The backyard rivalry added another great chapter to its book, as Pensacola Catholic edged out Gulf Breeze 14-7.

Catholic Junior QB Cody Henry threw a TD pass in the game to start things off for the Crusaders.

In the second quarter, Gulf Breeze QB Andy Creech found a seam behind top offensive lineman recruit Austin Droogsma to tie up the game 7-7.

The final score of the contest would be three yard scamper by Catholic Running Back Jalen Cunningham to take the game 14-7. Gulf Breeze did have opportunities with a key interception in the 4th quarter, however a lack in the passing game made it difficult for the Dolphins to tie the game.

Pensacola Catholic will face Pensacola next Friday, while Gulf Breeze will have next week off to prepare or their September 21st matchup against district opponent Arnold.

Pace downs Niceville
The Pace-Niceville rivalry is turning into one of the best in the Panhandle.

Although there was no triple overtime affair in this contest, it was still a very competitive matchup, as the Patriots capitalized on some Niceville turnovers to defeat the Eagles 28-17.

Pace forced four turnovers in the game, and Pace quarterback Bryce Moore showcased his big play ability by hitting tailback JC Curry with a 62 yard touchdown pass.

Curry has proven to be one of the best backs in the area. Pace once again looks as though they will be in the mix of the playoff race in District One Class 6A. The Patriots will host Navarre next Friday.

Pensacola scores late win over Navarre
Pensacola High School had to use a late TD winning drive to edge out Navarre at Jim Scoggins Stadium. PHS scored 13 unanswered points to win 25-24 over the Raiders.

Sophomore RB Kevon Abrams scored two rushing TD's in the affair, and senior running back Jonathan Bennett scored the game winning TD for the Tigers.

Penalties killed the Raiders; 16 penalties for 172 yards. Raider running back Jay Warren rushed for 83 yards in the first half, however was unable to play in the second half due to a leg injury.

Milton rolls over Rutherford
Milton had the perfect bounce back game against Rutherford where the Panthers defeated the Rams 31-3. Isaiah Jones and Dejon Funderburk, as well as running back Andre Flakes, all contributed to big plays that definitely would make the highlight reel.

Flakes took one to the house with a 85 yard TD run, Jones turned a simple in route into a 40 yard score from quarterback Cody Lowe, and Funderburk made a circus catch in the back of the end zone on a 36 yard reception.

Milton's offense racked 487 yards of total offense. Milton will travel to Fort Walton Beach next Friday.

Other scores:
Walton 41 FAMU High 0
Crestview 35 Escambia 7
West Florida 39 Washington 0
Pine Forest 72 Arlington Country Day Jacksonville 0
Fort Walton Beach 27 Tate 7
Marianna 48 Northview 42
Tallahassee Godby 28 Choctawhatchee 21
Bay 13 Liberty County 12
Bozeman 35 Port St. Joe 8
Vernon 38 Wewahitcka 6
Arnold 44 Amite (Miss.) 0
Mosley 59 West Gadsden 0 (Thur)