Benedictine holds off Richmond Academy in 52–49 shootout
Omari Burse threw for 293 yards and two touchdowns, then added two rushing scores as Benedictine secured a narrow Region 1-5A win.
Benedictine beat Richmond Academy 52–49 in a Region 1-5A football game, a high-scoring contest decided by a late defensive stop. The source article gives conflicting dates for the games, so the match date is unclear.
Benedictine lost a fumble in the final minutes, but its defence stopped Richmond Academy on fourth-and-six at the Cadets’ own 35-yard line. Jon Black broke up the pass.
Quarterback Omari Burse completed 20 of 28 passes for 293 yards and two touchdowns. He also ran for 74 yards and two scores.
Eron Mallard had 11 catches for 141 yards and a touchdown, and added a rushing touchdown. Stanley Smart Jr. ran for 150 yards and two touchdowns.
Richmond Academy quarterback Carson Hand threw for 336 yards and three touchdowns, with one interception. The source reported both teams at 4–1 after the game.
