HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. — St. Andrew’s School bounced back in a big way on Thursday afternoon, defeating Hilton Head Prep 28-14 in a lightning-shortened game to score its first win of the season and even its record at 1-1.
St. Andrew’s senior Amari Cook (#3) cuts back right on a 55-yard touchdown run in the second quarter against Hilton Head Prep on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025. The Lions went on to win 28-14 in a weather-shortened game. (Photo courtesy of Prep Sports Report)
The Lions opened strong behind a 37-yard touchdown run from quarterback Pat Jackson, followed by two defensive stops and a second touchdown drive capped by Darius Chapman’s 4-yard score. Another score with a successful two-point conversion gave the Lions a 16-0 lead early in the second quarter.
After Hilton Head answered with a jump ball touchdown pass, senior running back Amari Cook delivered the turning point with a 55-yard touchdown run on a counter play. The two-point PAT run failed. Lions led 22-8 at this point.
St. Andrew’s running back Amari Cook (#3) breaks through the defensive line for a big gain against Hilton Head Prep on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025. Cook finished with 108 yards and a touchdown in the Lions' 28-14 victory. (Photo courtesy of Prep Sports Report)
Hilton Head responded with another touchdown pass, but the two-point conversion run was stopped, keeping the Lions ahead 22-14. With under 15 seconds left in the half, Jackson rolled left and found wide receiver Josiah Bowers for a 15-yard touchdown strike. The PAT run attempt failed, but the 28-14 margin stood as the final score after lightning halted play at halftime.
St. Andrew’s wide receiver Josiah Bowers hauls in a 15-yard touchdown catch late in the first half against Hilton Head Prep on Aug. 21, 2025. (Photo courtesy of Prep Sports Report)
Offensive Stat Leaders for St. Andrew’s:
Amari Cook: 8 carries, 108 yards, 1 TD
Pat Jackson: 6 carries, 67 yards, 1 TD; 2-of-3 passing, 38 yards, 1 TD
Josiah Bowers: 1 reception, 15 yards, 1 TD
Darius Chapman: 4-yard rushing TD; 30-yard kickoff return
“I’m extremely proud of our entire TEAM for staying together in the offseason and believing in our process and system,” said head coach Wes Worthington. “It’s great to see kids enjoy success and believe in each other.”
The Lions’ offensive and defensive lines controlled the line of scrimmage throughout the first half, led by standout efforts from Jack Kelley, Thomas Kirk, and Addison Solomon. Please note that defensive stats will be added later today. Chapman also made a key special teams contribution with a 30-yard return that set up the Lions’ final with 15 seconds to go on the last Lions first-half touchdown drive.
St. Andrew’s defensive lineman Jack Kelley (#75) breaks down in pursuit to tackle a Hilton Head Prep running back for a loss during first-half action on Aug. 21, 2025. (Photo courtesy of Prep Sports Report)
Next Up:
St. Andrew’s returns to action at home next week against Central Fellowship Christian. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Daffin Park. Coach Worthington stated, “Central Fellowship Christian is a tough football team with a power running game. We will need to play 4 quarters and be physical for the entire game, as they wore us down last year. We need to eliminate turnovers on offense and prevent big plays in our opponents' passing game.
St. Andrew’s quarterback Patrick Jackson rolls out to his left before throwing a 15-yard touchdown pass late in the first half against Hilton Head Prep on Aug. 21, 2025. (Photo courtesy of Prep Sports Report)
Week 2 Schedule
Friday, August 22
NOTE: Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. unless noted
Glynn Academy (1-0) at Richmond Hill (0-0)
Westover (1-0) at Bradwell (0-1)
Houston County (1-0) at Effingham County (0-0)
New Hampstead (1-0) at Savannah Christian (1-0), Pooler Stadium
Beach (0-1) at Savannah High (0-1), Islands Stadium
Groves (0-0) at West Laurens (0-0)
Brantley County (0-1) at Windsor Forest (0-0), Savannah High
Aquinas (1-0) at Bryan County (1-0)
Thomas Heyward (0-0) at Bethesda Academy (0-0)
Buford (1-0) at Benedictine (0-1), Memorial Stadium
Thursday, August 21 FINAL SCORES
St. Andrew’s (1-1) 28, at Hilton Head Prep (0-2) 14
Athens Academy (1-1) 28, Savannah Country Day (0-2) 0
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