John Carroll Catholic entered the spring football season with a clear aim: to fine‑tune a roster that had shown promise in the previous year. The Rams opened with a 21‑7 victory over South Fork, a game in which their offense clicked on every drive and their defense forced early turnovers.
Spring Showdown Highlights
A second win followed against Fort Pierce Central, where the Rams edged out a 14‑7 result. The contest showcased a quarterback duel between Carter Cullen and Chance Sullivan, with Cullen completing 8 of 11 passes in the earlier matchup and finishing 3 of 3 against Central, demonstrating poise under pressure. Running back Felix Jackson added a heavy workload, rushing for 118 yards on 18 carries across the two halves, underscoring the team’s balanced attack.
Defensively, John Carroll recovered fumbles on two of the first three plays against Central, setting a tone of aggression that carried throughout the game. The spring schedule also marked the return of Jaydien Pittman, who had been sidelined by a torn anterior cruciate ligament. His presence on the field signaled a boost to the Rams’ depth and gave the coaching staff a glimpse of full‑strength options.
Opponents were not without their moments. Fort Pierce Central managed to tie the game at one point with a 3‑yard run by Kevin Dixon, while South Fork’s new head coach Eric Kresser praised his squad’s effort despite the losses. Anquan Kerr found the end zone for South Fork, and Champ Smith connected with Dre’shawn Delancy on a 14‑yard touchdown pass, highlighting playmakers on the other side of the field.
Beyond the scores, the games offered valuable film study and offseason conditioning. South Fork, which finished the previous season 3‑7, announced early workouts to build on the experience, while the Rams look to translate spring momentum into a competitive fall campaign.