Prestonwood Christian Academy battled throughout Friday night at Lions Stadium, continuing to compete and create opportunities as the Lions faced All Saints Epicsopal School in a 42-11 matchup on Sept. 11.

While the score did not go PCA’s way, the Lions continued to show the offensive explosiveness and playmaking ability that has been a key part of their strong start to the 2026 season. PCA finished the night with 345 total yards, including 192 passing yards and 153 yards on the ground.

Through the air, Max Reyes completed 7 of 13 passes for 98 yards and a touchdown, while Jackson Mankowski added 94 yards and a touchdown on 4-of-9 passing. The Lions continued to spread the ball around and create opportunities for their play markets, keeping the offense active throughout the night.

Leading the receiving corps was Vance Hernandez, who continued his strong start to the season with six receptions for 113 yards and a touchdown. Hernandez averaged an impressive 18.8 yards per catch, providing PCA with another explosive threat and coming up with the Lion’s touchdown through the air.

Luke Lineberger also delivered several big plays, finishing with three receptions for 53 yards while averaging 17.7 yards per catch. Braden Bixler added three receptions for 27 yards, giving the Lions multiple options in the passing game.

On the ground, PCA continued to find ways to move the football, totalling 153 yards on 23 carries. Bixler led the Lions with 39 rushing yards, while Matthew Oviedo added 38 yards and Isaiah Jabek finished with 31 yards. The rushing attack provided another important piece of the Lion’s offensive effort as PCA continued to battle for every yard.

Defensively, the Lions continued to make plays and compete from start to finish, finishing the night with 39 tackles, three sacks, two pass breakups, an interception and a forced fumble. Micah Windingland led PCA with four total tackles, including three solo tackles, while Job Palmer added six total tackles with four assisted tackles. Ian Mckee also recorded four tackles, with two solo and two assisted.

Robby Friedrich contributed three tackles and a QB hurry, while Ian Nunnenkamp and Drew Dzina each finished with three total tackles. Brody Kernal added three tackles, a half tackle for loss, a pass breakup and a forced fumble. Connor Kidwell recorded a tackle and a pass breakup while also recovering a fumble, giving the Lions an important takeaway.

Evren Roach added two tackles and a forced fumble, while Eli Moore recorded three tackles and a pass breakup. The defensive effort featured contributions from throughout the lineup as the Lions continued to battle and look for opportunities to create momentum.

The Lions’ ability to generate explosive plays remained one of the bright sports of the night. Hernandez’s touchdown reception, along with several long gains from the receiving corps, showcased the playmaking potential PCA had demonstrated early in the season.

With the opening three games of the season now complete, the Lions have already gained valuable experience and continued to build chemistry on both sides of the ball. Friday’s matchup provided another opportunity forPCA to compete against a talented opponent, test itself and identify areas to build on moving forward.

The Lions will turn the page to prepare for Bishop Lynch on Friday, September 18, as PCA begins district play for the 2026 season. With plenty of football still ahead, the Lions look to carry the lessons and positive moments from the first three games into the weeks ahead.

The season is far from over, and the Lions are ready for what comes next!

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Prestonwood Christian Academy vs Byshop Lynch High School
Friday, September 18 | 7:00 p.m.
Lions Stadium | Prestonwood Christian Academy

Go Lions!