Garland, TX — In a game filled with momentum swings, standout performances, and an unexpected weather delay, the Garland Christian Academy Swordsmen fell to the Harvest Christian Saints, 40–25, in a contest that was cut short due to lightning with 3:40 remaining in the third quarter. The game began with a 90-minute delay as lightning hovered over the Garland skies, setting the tone for a night of unpredictability. Despite the delay, both teams came out firing, trading scores in a competitive first half. Garland Christian led by wide receiver Noah Doddy, quarterback Wyatt Grubbs, and wide receiver Cayden Crouse, kept the Saints on their heels with a balanced offensive attack. The Swordsmen posted quarter scores of 7, 12, and 6 before the game was called, while the Saints responded with 6, 12, and a decisive 22-point third quarter that ultimately sealed the win. The third quarter surge by Harvest Christian came as Garland struggled with mounting injuries, which shifted the momentum and allowed the Saints to pull away. Despite the loss, Garland Christian showed flashes of brilliance, particularly in the passing game, with Doddy and Crouse making key receptions and Grubbs managing the offense with poise under pressure. The game’s abrupt ending due to lightning left fans and players alike wondering what might have been had the weather cooperated. Still, the Swordsmen will look to regroup and build on the positives as they prepare for their next matchup.