Baylor Triumphs Over Montgomery Bell Academy 32-21 with Balanced Attack
On October 25, 2024, Baylor School football secured a well-earned 32-21 victory over Montgomery Bell Academy (MBA) in an exciting matchup on the road. A mix of efficient offense, timely defense, and solid special teams paved the way for Baylor's win.
First Half: Baylor Sets the Tone
Baylor opened the scoring with a field goal, taking a 3-0 lead in the first quarter. However, MBA responded with a touchdown to end the quarter 7-3 in their favor.
In the second quarter, Baylor's offense came alive. Quarterback Briggs Cherry led a series of well-orchestrated drives, propelling the team to a 17-point quarter. The defense also stepped up, forcing key turnovers that gave the offense favorable field positions. MBA managed just one touchdown in the quarter, leaving Baylor ahead 17-7 at halftime.
Second Half: Baylor Holds MBA at Bay
Coming out of the break, Baylor continued their momentum, adding another seven points in the third quarter. MBA's offense struggled to convert on key downs, going just 3-for-12 on third-down attempts throughout the game.
MBA did manage to rally late in the fourth quarter, scoring 14 points, but Baylor responded with another touchdown of their own to secure the victory with a final score of 32-21.
Offensive Standouts
• Briggs Cherry was the star for Baylor under center, completing 13 of 21 passes for 172 yards and a touchdown. He distributed the ball well, hitting multiple receivers throughout the game.
• Joakim Dodson led the receiving corps with 5 catches for 93 yards and a touchdown.
• On the ground, Baylor's rushing attack was anchored by David Gabriel-Georges, who added 139 yards and a two touchdowns.
Defense and Special Teams Play Key Roles
Baylor's defense was instrumental in securing the victory, with multiple key stops and turnovers. Baylor limited MBA to just 25.8 yards per punt, giving Baylor favorable field positions throughout the game. Penalties were also a factor, with MBA committing five for 45 yards, further stalling their drives.
Final Thoughts
Baylor's ability to capitalize on turnovers and maintain offensive balance proved to be the difference. With 329 total yards of offense and a solid ground game averaging 5.6 yards per carry, Baylor controlled the tempo. Their defense held firm, despite a late push by MBA, to seal a 32-21 win.
Baylor's record improves with this performance, and the team will look to build on their momentum this week as they try to finish the regular season undefeated as they take on Knox Catholic in Knoxville Friday night on the road.
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