Nixon lost against Southwest back in September of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The game between the Mustangs and the Dragons didn't end well, with the Mustangs falling 41-27. Despite 72 more yards than the Dragons, the Mustangs couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Nixon's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ethan Salinas, who threw for 309 yards and three touchdowns, and also punched in one score on the ground. Hugo Ramos also helped out as he racked up 120 receiving yards.
Nixon didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut David Cedillo. Another thorn in Southwest's side was Pablo De Leon, who made 16 total tackles.
Jae'Von Means had a dynamite game For Southwest., picking up 98 receiving yards and three TDs.
This is the second loss in a row for Nixon and nudges their season record down to 1-2. As for Southwest, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Nixon is set to take on their familiar foe Southside at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Southwest will face off against rival Martin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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