Brownsville Veterans Memorial Chargers Secure Area-Round Victory over CC Veterans
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS - In a gritty battle at Buccaneer Stadium in Corpus Christi, the Brownsville Veterans Memorial Chargers emerged triumphant, defeating Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial 17-7 and clinching a second consecutive area-round win. The victory holds special significance for the Chargers as they had previously not secured a win against the defending Region IV-5A champs, making this a historic night for the team.
Head Coach JC Ramirez expressed his pride in the Chargers' performance and the overwhelming support from the Brownsville community. Ramirez emphasized the importance of the fans in the upcoming games and acknowledged the significance of the team's 1-0 record against Corpus Christi Veterans in 2023.
The turning point of the game came with some heroic stops by the Brownsville Veterans defense, including a crucial fourth-down stop that kick-started a touchdown drive led by Alvin Trevillion. Defensive standout Jaime Martinez played a pivotal role with a key interception, describing it as the highlight of his career. The Chargers showcased resilience and defensive prowess throughout the game, setting the stage for an exciting rematch against PSJA North in the next round.