NMAA Football: Albuquerque Academy Upsets St. Pius 49-36
CHARGERS CLAIM RIVALRY VICTORY OVER ST. PIUS X
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Albuquerque Academy (49) St. Pius X (36) October 4, 2025 – RICHARD HARPER MEMORIAL FIELD, Albuquerque, NM
The Albuquerque Academy Chargers stunned their rivals, the St. Pius X Sartans, 49-36 on Saturday, handing the previously 4-0 Sartans their first loss of the season.
St. Pius running back Hershul Olloway Jr. led the way for the Sartans with four touchdowns, while wide receiver Cayl Cox-Liggins and quarterback Isaiah Carpenter also delivered strong performances.
Despite a fast start from St. Pius, the Chargers came out of halftime with renewed energy and determination. Quarterback William Braun commanded the offense efficiently, connecting with wide receiver Finn Thompson on key plays to shift momentum in Academy’s favor.
The win improves the Chargers to 3-3 on the season and marks a statement victory in one of Albuquerque’s most intense rivalries.
Junior running back Hershul Olloway Jr. (2) celebrates on his 3rd touchdown of the game. Lucy Limon/HQ Sports
Cayl Cox-Liggins (5) makes a stellar catch to put his team on the 1 yard line. Lucy Limon/HQ Sports
Chargers running back, Ryan Williams (8) scores a touchdown against rivals St. Pius X in a district home game. Lucy Limon/HQ Sports
St. Pius X defense celebrates after a sack. Lucy Limon/HQ Sports
Wide receiver Logan Hague (10) scores a touchdown on St. Pius X in district home game. Lucy Limon/HQ Sports
Academy quarterback William Braun (9), steps into the pocket and throws a completion. Lucy Limon/HQ Sports
Hershul Olloway (2) makes a leaping catch to give the Sartans a first down. Lucy Limon/HQ Sports
Cayl Cox-Liggins (5) scores the first touchdown of the day. Lucy Limon/HQ Sports
St. Pius X captains await a coin flip against rivals the Albuquerque Academy Chargers. Lucy Limon/HQ Sports
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