The Aransas Pass Panthers will challenge the Palacios Sharks at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Aransas Pass is out to stop a seven-game streak of losses at home dating back to last season.
Having struggled with four losses in a row, Aransas Pass finally turned things around against West Oso on Friday. They walked away with a 20-12 win over the Bears.
Aransas Pass found their leader in underclassman Jerry Longoria, who rushed for 135 yards and three touchdowns on only 12 carries. Those 135 rushing yards set a new season-high mark for Longoria. Ricky Hamilton handled things on the ground, rushing for 91 yards.
Aransas Pass was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 296 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Meanwhile, a victory for Palacios just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They were outmatched by Orange Grove at home and fell 46-13. The Sharks have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Aransas Pass' win bumped their record up to 2-4. As for Palacios, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 2-4.
Friday's match might be decided in the on the ground. Aransas Pass has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 174.3 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Palacios struggles in that department as they've been averaging 166.2. It's looking like Friday's game might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Aransas Pass was taken down by Palacios 45-0 when the teams last played back in September of 2023. Will Aransas Pass have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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