Pioneer was the 10-7 winner over Leland when they last played one another back in September of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Pioneer Mustangs fell to the Leland Chargers 21-17.
Braeden Ries threw for 72 yards on seven of 14 attempts.
Jesse Herrera was his top target, rushing for 102 yards and two touchdowns, while also picking up 42 receiving yards.
A big part of the victory came down to the chemistry between Jacob Gibson and his top target Brady Hernandez. Gibson rushed for 62 yards and two touchdowns on only six carries while Hernandez gained 136 total yards and a touchdown. Gibson's longest rush was for an impressive 58 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
Pioneer's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Leland, the win also got them back to even at 1-1.
Pioneer's road trip will continue as they head out to face Santa Teresa at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Leland, they will be playing at home against Yerba Buena at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday.
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