After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Yorktown, Banquete was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They took their game at home with ease, bagging a 45-16 victory over the Pettus Eagles. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest win the Bulldogs have posted since September 22, 2023.
Banquete had a senior duo take command as Damien Jenkins gained 113 total yards and three touchdowns and Aiden Flores rushed for 139 yards on only ten carries. That's the most rushing yards Flores has posted since back in September of 2023. Abraham Chapa was another key player, rushing for 73 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries.
Banquete wouldn't let Pettus keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force seven fumbles. William Herrerra led the group effort, picking up two of those forced fumbles all by himself.
Banquete now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Pettus, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Banquete will venture away from home to challenge Ingleside at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Pettus, they will welcome Kenedy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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