Springdale, Ark. — The Shiloh Christian Saints kicked off their 2026 football season with a resounding home debut, beating Little Rock Christian Academy 42‑13 at Champions Stadium.
Defensive play set the tone early when safety Colton Miller intercepted a pass from Little Rock quarterback Haden Hall, nearly returning it for a touchdown. Two plays later, running back Charlie Kroell powered into the end zone, extending the lead to 35‑6.
The Saints added another score when quarterback Cole Creighton threw a precise pass that landed in the hands of wide receiver Cohen Beach. Beach sprinted into the end zone, sealing the victory and showcasing the team’s balanced attack.
Coach [Name if provided in source] praised the effort, noting the defense’s ability to create turnovers and the offense’s execution on key plays. The win gives Shiloh Christian a strong start heading into the rest of the season.
Key moments
- Colton Miller’s interception set up the first scoring surge.
- Charlie Kroell’s touchdown run pushed the lead to 35‑6.
- Cohen Beach’s reception and touchdown capped the scoring.
Fans in attendance celebrated the decisive win, looking forward to more home games at Champions Stadium as the Saints aim to contend for the conference title.
Original reporting: 40/29 / KHBS (NW Arkansas) — read the source article.
