Pace had lost five straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped down to 2-2 to make it six. They were outmatched by the Economedes Jaguars and fell 52-20. The Vikings were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Jaguars apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
David Melendez
| 09/18/25 @ Economedes | 155 |
| 09/12/25 vs La Joya | 124 |
| 09/05/25 vs Bishop | 75 |
| 08/29/25 vs Hidalgo Early College | 37 |
Pace lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Damian Majano, who rushed for 95 yards on only ten carries. Pace also got help from David Melendez, who showed off his sure hands for 155 receiving yards.
As for Economedes, the win keeps them at an undefeated 4-0. Fans of they have seen this all before: every one of the games they've played this season has ended in a blowout of 20+ points.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Economedes to victory, but perhaps none more so than Carlos Garcia, who rushed for 114 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only 12 carries. Garcia's longest rush was for an impressive 57 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Rey Luna was another major influence, as he rushed for 91 yards and ran in a TD.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Pace will host Roma at 7:30 p.m. on the 26th. As for Economedes, they will welcome St. Joseph Academy at 7:30 p.m. on the 26th.
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