Channelview unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the Pasadena Memorial Mavericks by a score of 22-19 on Friday. The Falcons were not able to make up for their loss to the Mavericks from their previous meeting back in August of 2024.
Channelview's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Davion Vanderbilt, who picked up 168 receiving yards and one TD. The team also got some help courtesy of Darius Myles, who rushed for 78 yards and one touchdown.
Even if they lost, Channelview's defense still kept up the pressure with five sacks. Pasadena Memorial's QB won't forget Demario Saldana anytime soon given he sacked him twice. Another thorn in the Mavericks' side was Jon Wiley, who picked up a sack and made 13 total tackles.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Channelview will welcome MacArthur at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Pasadena Memorial, they will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Porter at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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