Football Preview: Pitman Pride vs. Modesto Panthers
Pitman is 6-0 against Modesto since October of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Pitman Pride will head out to challenge the Modesto Panthers at 7:00 p.m. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.
Last Friday, Pitman didn't have quite enough to beat Gregori and fell 25-22. The loss continues a trend for the Pride in their matchups with the Jaguars: they've now lost four in a row.
Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the best came from Xadian Padilla, who rushed for 11 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 57 yards and a touchdown.
Meanwhile, Friday just wasn't the day for Modesto's offense. They were beaten by Turlock 42-0 on Friday. While losing is never fun, the Panthers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 668th, while the Bulldogs are ranked 87th).
Pitman's defeat dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Modesto, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
Everything came up roses for Pitman against Modesto in their previous matchup back in October of 2023, as the squad secured a 52-13 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for Pitman since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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