Eagle Pass Eagles Edge San Antonio Taft 26-24, Improve to 2-0

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The Eagle Pass Eagles football team pulled off a thrilling 26-24 victory over the San Antonio Taft Raiders at Farris Stadium, marking their second win of the season. The Eagles showcased a balanced attack, racking up 192 rushing yards and 180 passing yards, for a total offense of 372 yards.

Key Performers:

  • Xavi Barrera: The Eagles’ quarterback had an impressive performance, completing 11 of 18 passes for 180 yards and 2 touchdowns. Barrera also contributed heavily on the ground, rushing 15 times for 100 yards.
  • Luis Flores: The running back added 82 rushing yards on 17 carries and scored a rushing touchdown. He also caught one pass for 7 yards, converting it into a touchdown.
  • Jose Hernandez: A standout in the receiving game, Hernandez caught 6 passes for 142 yards, including a touchdown.
  • Ezequiel Banda: Contributed 30 receiving yards on one catch.

This win was hard-fought, as the Eagles managed to hold off a strong San Antonio Taft team, with the final score reflecting the closely contested nature of the game. The Eagles move to 2-0 early in the season, showing promising momentum as they look ahead to their next challenge.

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