Jacksboro unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell 34-21 to the Eagle Mountain Knights on Friday. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Knights apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
Jacksboro's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Isaac Wesson, who picked up 116 receiving yards and one TD. The Tigers also got a significant boost from Luis Balderama, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 93 yards.
TERRY STARKS was a one-man wrecking crew For Eagle Mountain. as he rushed for 196 yards and three scores while picking up 10.3 yards per carry. BRYCEN VINDIOLA was another key player, rushing for 65 yards and one touchdown.
Coming up, Jacksboro will head out on the road to take on Boyd at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Eagle Mountain, they will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Grandview at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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