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Lions Roar Past Pirates

La Feria Defeats Hidalgo 52-21

Lions heading out before the game. Photos: David Briones/LFCISD

Lions heading out before the game. Photos: David Briones/LFCISD

by Coach Jaime Acuna

 

The La Feria Lions have been on quite a roll the last couple of games.

They continued their hot streak by winning their third game in a row 59 – 21 versus the visiting Hidalgo Pirates last Friday night at Lion Stadium.

The Lion Defensive line rushes the quarterback.

The Lion Defensive line rushes the quarterback.

The win improves the Lion’s record to 5 – 2 overall and more importantly 2 – 0 in district.

The Pirates could not keep up with the high powered, no huddle attack that the Lions brought to the table. In fact, six different Lions had a touchdown in the game.

Mario Rodriguez brings down the ball carrier.

Mario Rodriguez brings down the ball carrier.

While the offense if beginning to find their stride, the defense continued to give opposing quarterbacks headaches.

Brothers Mohammed and Omar Mughrabi take a brake during the game.

Brothers Mohammed and Omar Mughrabi take a brake during the game.

The Lion defense was constantly in the backfield putting pressure on the Pirate quarterback and causing turnovers as well.

Russ Gonzalez runs over the Pirate defender.

Russ Gonzalez runs over the Pirate defender.

The Lions will now travel to Kingsville to face the Brahmas in would could be the district championship game.

 Jose Cortez kicks the extra point.

Jose Cortez kicks the extra point.

The Lions are excited for this opportunity and have been working hard.

Isaac Galpin looks for an open receiver.

Isaac Galpin looks for an open receiver.

 

The Cheerleaders during the welcome cheer.

The Cheerleaders during the welcome cheer.

Gold Stars of the Week, left to right: Brittany Tamez, Kassandra Morales, Leigh Solis. Photo: David Briones/LFCISD

Gold Stars of the Week, left to right: Brittany Tamez, Kassandra Morales, Leigh Solis. Photo: David Briones/LFCISD

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