Sam Houston had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They were outmatched by the LBJ Austin Jaguars and fell 46-13. While losing is never fun, the Hurricanes can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas football rankings (they are ranked 740th, while the Jaguars are ranked 210th).
LBJ Austin's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Marquis Murry II, who rushed for 175 yards and two TDs on only 11 carries, and also picked up 53 receiving yards and one score. Antione Baker was in the mix too, providing the Jaguars with two touchdowns.
Looking ahead, Sam Houston will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Floresville at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for LBJ Austin, they will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Wimberley at 7:30 p.m. on September 12.
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