Country Day routed Covenant Christian 56-7 behind quarterback Jack Grace, who threw for 358 yards and five touchdowns. The win sets up a rivalry matchup with Newman next Friday, with first place in District 11-2A on the line.

By the Numbers
  • Grace: 358 passing yards and 5 touchdowns Friday.
  • Grace this season: 2,854 passing yards and 40 touchdowns.
  • Country Day held Covenant Christian to 65 yards in the first half.
Yes, But

Grace threw two interceptions, including one in the red zone, but Country Day’s defense and balanced offense kept the game firmly in hand.

State of Play
  • Country Day is 5-3; Covenant Christian is 3-5.
  • The Cajuns built a 42-0 halftime lead, then leaned on the run after the break.
  • Country Day visits 6-1 Newman next Friday at 7 p.m., with the district’s top spot at stake.
Bottom Line

Country Day’s high-powered passing game remains a threat, but its improving defense and running game make the Newman rivalry showdown a test of more than just Grace’s arm.