BY JEFF MILLER FOR THE OBSERVER

LEE COUNTY — The Southern Christian Patriots delivered a statement win Friday night, rolling past Jacksonville Christian 56–6 in a complete team performance that showcased dominance in all three phases of the game. Junior Gabriel Decker set the tone early, taking the opening kickoff all the way back for a touchdown and giving the Patriots instant momentum. Senior Jagger Scott powered the ground attack with three rushing touchdowns, while senior Lawton Curran added an explosive long touchdown run that brought the crowd to its feet. Senior quarterback Elijah Bailey was sharp through the air, connecting with senior Jedd Scott for a perfectly executed touchdown pass that highlighted the Patriots’ balanced offense. On the defensive side, Southern Christian was r

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