McAllen Memorial defeats Brownsville Hanna in Season Opening Matchup
MCALLEN, TEXAS - In a thrilling season opener, McAllen Memorial's offense demonstrated its explosive prowess, securing a 28-20 victory over Brownsville Hanna at McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium. Under the guidance of head coach Moses Patterson, the Mustangs wasted no time in showcasing their big-play potential. Sebastian Aleman set the tone with a breakneck 54-yard touchdown run on the second snap of the game, followed by quarterback Kane Coy's 47-yard touchdown pass to Dylan Goodson and Goodson's subsequent 68-yard touchdown run, propelling Memorial to a 21-14 halftime lead.
Hanna, however, showed resilience, with Joseph Ruiz and Christian Espinosa contributing crucial touchdowns. Despite Hanna's efforts, Memorial's JP Garza added to the spectacle with a game-sealing 67-yard touchdown run in the third quarter. The intensity heightened in the final moments when Hanna threatened to tie the game, only to have their hopes dashed by a pivotal forced fumble by Dalton Keller and a recovery by Chris Luna, securing the win for the Mustangs. Aleman and Garza both achieved impressive 100-yard rushing games, underscoring Memorial's offensive prowess. As the Mustangs (1-0) look ahead, they prepare for a challenging matchup against Mission Veterans at Tom Landry Stadium in Mission.
On the opposing side, Hanna, led by Mario Garcia's 87 rushing yards and Espinosa's 62 on the ground, aims to bounce back in their upcoming game against Sharyland High at Sams Memorial Stadium in Brownsville. The contest provided an exhilarating start to the season, leaving both teams with valuable lessons and areas for improvement as they navigate the challenges of the upcoming weeks.