Football Recap: Eagle Pass Comes Up Short

By Team Reports Oct 24, 2024, 10:08am

Football Recap: Eagle Pass Eagles vs. Alexander Bulldogs

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Eagle Pass lost against Alexander back in October of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Saturday. The Eagle Pass Eagles fell just short of the Alexander Bulldogs by a score of 17-14.

Xavier Barrera rushed for 24 yards and a touchdown. Jose Hernandez was his top target, picking up 60 receiving yards. On the ground, Luis Flores rushed for 57 yards.

Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Alexander to victory, but perhaps none more so than Jose Fernandez Iii, who rushed for 146 yards. Rickey Carson also helped out with an impressive 102 receiving yards.

Eagle Pass has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season. As for Alexander, the victory got them back to even at 4-4.

Eagle Pass will square off against United at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. United will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Eagle Pass surely won't give up without a fight. As for Alexander, they and Laredo LBJ will meet in a canine-themed contest at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Alexander is facing Laredo LBJ at the right time seeing as Laredo LBJ is stuck on a three-game losing streak.

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