Horizon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. The game between the Scorpions and the El Paso Tigers didn't end well, with the Scorpions falling 21-7. If the Scorpions were looking for revenge after losing 39-14 to the Tigers when the teams met back in October of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Mauricio Payan threw for 112 yards and one touchdown. Jose Castillo was his top target, picking up 54 receiving yards. On the ground, Isaiah Aguilera rushed for 43 yards.
Ledger Merritt was a one-man wrecking crew For El Paso. as he rushed for 127 yards and a pair of TDs, and also picked up 31 receiving yards.
Horizon's defeat dropped their record down to 0-8. As for El Paso, their victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-5.
Looking ahead, Horizon will head out to challenge Canutillo at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for El Paso, they will welcome Andress at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers will need to watch out since the Eagles have now posted at least 31 points in their last seven matchups.
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