In a challenging matchup at Carter Park, Atlantis University (AU) lost to Daytona Elite Academy with a final score of 38-14. The game witnessed Daytona Elite's early dominance, while AU's offense struggled to capitalize on key opportunities throughout the contest.
1st Quarter:
The game began with both teams testing each other's defenses. Daytona Elite scored the first points with a field goal, taking an early 3-0 lead by the end of the first Quarter.
2nd Quarter:
AU had a golden opportunity to tie the game when Jacob McCarter lined up for a field goal with 1:30 left in the Quarter. Unfortunately, the attempt went wide, keeping the score 0-3. Daytona Elite immediately seized the opportunity, driving down the field and scoring the game's first touchdown with just 57 seconds left before halftime. At the break, Daytona led 10-0.
3rd Quarter:
Coming out of halftime, Daytona Elite continued to build their lead, scoring another touchdown early in the third Quarter. The AU defense couldn't hold back their opponent's momentum, and the score widened to 17-0.
4th Quarter:
In the final quarter, Daytona Elite showed no signs of slowing down, adding two more touchdowns and pushing the score to 31-0. In the game's last two minutes, AU quarterback Corey Grant managed to mount a small comeback. Grant scored two quick touchdowns, reducing the deficit to 14-31. However, with time running out, AU had little chance of changing the outcome. With less than a minute remaining, AU's Jacob McCarter attempted another punt but misfired, giving Daytona Elite an ideal field position. Daytona capitalized again, scoring their fifth touchdown with just 46 seconds left on the clock, sealing a 38-14 victory.
Atlantis University's late rally, spearheaded by Corey Grant, brought some excitement to the end of the game, but Daytona Elite's early dominance proved too much to overcome. AU will look to bounce back after this tough defeat as they continue their season.
