Football Recap: Gabriel Rivera Leads a Balanced Attack to Beat Torres

By Team Reports Sep 18, 2024, 4:59pm

Football Recap: Washington Union Panthers vs. Torres Toros

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Washington Union won the last time they faced Torres, and things went their way on Friday too. The Washington Union Panthers strolled past the Torres Toros with points to spare, taking the game 35-21.

Washington Union got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Gabriel Rivera out in front who rushed for 106 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries. Rashad Perry was another key pass catcher, picking up 77 receiving yards and two touchdowns.

Washington Union's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. Perry picked up that interception and then proceeded to rub salt in the wound by taking it back the other way for a touchdown.

The win got Washington Union back to even at 1-1. As for Torres, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.

Washington Union will square off against Justin Garza at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Torres, they will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Fresno at 7:30 p.m. on September 20th. Torres is facing Fresno at the right time seeing as Fresno is stuck on a three-game losing streak.

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