Riverside gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They managed a 24-20 victory over the Big Spring Steers. The win continues a trend for the Rangers in their matchups with the Steers: they've now won three in a row.
Carlos Rojas III
| 08/29/25 vs Big Spring | 2 |
| 11/15/24 @ Hereford | 3 |
| 11/08/24 @ Fabens | 5 |
| 11/01/24 vs Ysleta | 3 |
Carlos Rojas III was the offensive standout of the match as he rushed for 97 yards and a pair of TDs on only 12 carries, and also threw for 97 yards and one touchdown. He has been hot recently, having also posted two or more rushing touchdowns the last four times he's played.
Rojas III was just one part of a punishing run game: Riverside was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 214 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 213 rushing yards in four consecutive games dating back to last season.
Coming up, Riverside will hit the road for the first time this season to challenge Parkland at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Big Spring, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Lubbock at 7:00 p.m.
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