Lafayette Christian Academy continued to play up in weight class and eventually knocked out a state heavyweight.

A week after its first loss to Archbishop Shaw — the reigning Division II select state champion — the Knights’ torrid start and ability to keep Central — the reigning Division I nonselect state champion — at arm’s length resulted in a 55-48 victory Friday at Wildcat Stadium.

“I was the interim coach when I made our schedule in March of 2024,” LCA coach Matt Standiford said. “We were begging people to schedule us. I told the parents it would be tough, but I knew we’d be able to compete and beat teams. It shows how tremendous our kids are.”

LCA, the No. 3 team in Class 2A, scored on four straight first-half possessions and added a defensive touchdown for a 35-14 halftime lead.

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