There's no place like home for Houston Christian, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They had just enough and edged the St. Pius X Panthers out 23-20. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Mustangs have posted since September 22, 2023.
Greg Guidry went supernova for Houston Christian, rushing for 156 yards and a touchdown while picking up 8.2 yards per carry. Ron Reis was another key player, throwing for 154 yards and two touchdowns.
St. Pius X's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Amir Parks-Brooks, who picked up 115 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Parks-Brooks' longest reception was for an incredible 81 yards.
Houston Christian's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for St. Pius X, they dropped their record down to 1-2 with that defeat, which was their ninth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Houston Christian will square off against St. Andrew's at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for St. Pius X, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on St. Thomas Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on September 27th. St. Pius X is facing St. Thomas Catholic at the right time seeing as St. Thomas Catholic is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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