Friday Night Football Recap: Navarro vs. Northeast Date: September 6, 2024 Location: Nelson Field Final Score: Navarro 19 – Northeast 16 Game Highlights: Navarro secured a hard-fought win over Northeast with a final score of 19-16. The game featured intense defensive plays and strategic execution, making for an exciting contest. Early Scoring Impact: Diego Aguirre set the tone for Navarro by successfully kicking two field goals (21 and 35 yards) to start the scoring. His contributions were crucial in keeping Navarro ahead and providing a solid foundation for the team. Ground Game Excellence: Navarro’s rushing attack was pivotal in the game. Irabel Avila led the charge with 15 attempts for 93 yards, including a game-long 54-yard touchdown run. Other significant contributions came from Daniel Gallegos with 5 rushes for 20 yards, Brandon Morris with 6 rushes for 30 yards including the game sealing TD run, and Sa'Vion Farley with 4 rushes for 23 yards. Juan Hernandez added 4 rushes for 12 yards, while Misael Mondragon contributed with 2 rushes for 9 yards. Defensive Stalwart: Navarro’s defense played a crucial role, making key stops and limiting Northeast’s scoring opportunities. Their performance was essential in securing the narrow victory. Key Stats: Total Rushing Yards: Navarro 187 Longest Rush: IA’s 54-yard touchdown run Field Goals: Diego Aguirre - 21 and 35 yards Player of the Game: Irabel Avila with 93 rushing yards and a decisive 54-yard touchdown. Next Game: Navarro will face Travis on September 13th at Burger Stadium. We hope to see all our fans out there to support our team!