Football Recap: Weslaco Panthers vs. Economedes Jaguars
Weslaco won the last time they faced Economedes, and things went their way on Friday too. The Weslaco Panthers enjoyed a cozy 36-19 win over the Economedes Jaguars. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Panthers.
Weslaco got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Francisco Trevino out in front who threw for 259 yards and two touchdowns while completing 78.6% of his passes, and also rushed for 59 yards and a touchdown on only eight carries. Joseph Leal was in the mix as well, providing Weslaco with two touchdowns.
Despite the defeat, Economedes saw an underclassman step up: sophomore John Carreon rushed for 55 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 163 yards and a touchdown on only 13 passes. Johan Nunez was another key back, rushing for 90 yards on only 12 carries.
Weslaco's record is now 7-3. As for Economedes, their loss was their fourth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 5-5.
Both are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Weslaco will host San Benito at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Economedes, they will face off against Los Fresnos at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Los Fresnos will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something Economedes surely won't give up without a fight.
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