Cathedral extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Friday, dropping them down to 0-2. They fell 43-34 to the San Elizario Eagles. The Fighting Irish were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Cathedral's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Pedro Chavez, who rushed for 113 yards on only 12 carries, and also threw for 100 yards and two TDs. Diego Sanchez was another key pass catcher, picking up 97 receiving yards and a pair of touchdowns.
As for San Elizario, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it. The wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 33.0 points this season.
Nathan Rios was a one-man wrecking crew as he rushed for 181 yards and four scores on only 14 carries, and also threw for 81 yards and one TD. His longest rush was for an impressive 58 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. San Elizario also got a significant boost from Javier Salais, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 84 yards.
Looking ahead, Cathedral will look to takes advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they takes on Anthony at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for San Elizario, they will venture away from home to square off against Ysleta at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. This will be the Eagles' first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
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