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Escambia Academy came up a bit short in its season opener, falling 21-20 to Jackson Academy tonight on the road.

Cougars head football coach Larry Nichols said the boys came out playing pretty well, but cramps became a bit of an issue.

“The kids fought to the end,” Nichols said. “But, I’ve got to blame this one on me. I made some critical calls I should’ve made that I didn’t. Overall, the kids did well for the first game.”

Rontae Watson accounted for one touchdown on the night.

EA visits Fort Dale next week.