Charlie P. (Patrick W./Staff)

The football team hosted Franklin Heights for its Senior Night and Alumni Weekend On Friday, October 3.

Franklin Heights kicked the ball off to start the game, and Academy quickly pushed into the red zone. The Falcons defense responded, snagging an interception but struggled to get the momentum rolling on offense and were forced to punt the ball. The Vikings regained possession and with a minute left in the first quarter just before Gabe D-R. ran the ball into the end zone for a 21-yard touchdown.

Both teams went scoreless in the second and third quarters due to a mix of costly mistakes on the offensive and game defying defensive stops.

Academy relit its spark in the fourth quarter with Parker S. punching in a 2-yard rushing touchdown. The Falcons attempted to respond but were stopped by another interception. This resulted in a 14-0 win for the Vikes, giving them a5-2 record. 

The Vikings are on the road next week as they travel to Buckeye Valley on Friday, October 10.