The Economedes (Edinburg, TX) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Los Fresnos (TX) on Friday, November 15, at 7:00 PM at Los Fresnos Leo Aguilar Memorial Stadium. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, Conference 6A Division 1 tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Economedes vs Los Fresnos
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 6A D1
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Game preview: Economedes vs Los Fresnos

As the football season progresses, two teams in the Texas football scene have stood out: Los Fresnos and Economedes. With their season statistics in hand, fans and analysts alike are looking at an intriguing matchup between these two schools. Here’s a breakdown of their performance and key stats heading into their next encounter.

Team Overview

Los Fresnos (9-1, 4-0 District)
The Los Fresnos Falcons have been a dominant force in their district this season, sporting an impressive 9-1 overall record. Their perfect 4-0 district record reflects a well-rounded and powerful squad. Averaging 39.8 points per game, Los Fresnos’ offense is firing on all cylinders, with a notable 398 points scored so far this season. Their defense has held strong, allowing just 203 points. At home, they are perfect (5-0), only suffering a single loss on the road (4-1).

Economedes (5-5, 2-3 District)
Economedes, on the other hand, has had a mixed season with a 5-5 overall record and a 2-3 district performance. Despite an impressive 4-1 away record, their struggles at home (1-4) have hurt their playoff hopes. Averaging 27.9 points per game, Economedes has scored a total of 279 points while allowing 233. Their offense has been less explosive than Los Fresnos, but their defense has been solid enough to keep them competitive.

Key Stats Comparison

Offense

Los Fresnos has been the more efficient offensive team, averaging 415.8 total yards per game, including 252 rushing yards and 163.8 passing yards. Their star player, Robert Pineda, has been a key contributor, not only as a rusher with 124 yards per game but also as a passer with 144.2 yards per game. Meanwhile, Economedes has been more reliant on the ground game, averaging 317.8 rushing yards per game. However, their passing game has struggled, with only 66.8 yards per game through the air. Running back Johan Nunez has been their most productive player, rushing for 105.3 yards per game.

Defense

In terms of defense, Los Fresnos has been more aggressive, recording 2.0 sacks per game and 69.4 tackles per game. Their defensive unit has allowed just 203 points all season. Economedes, while giving up 233 points, has had slightly fewer tackles (52.4 per game) and sacks (0.8 per game).

Scoring Averages

Los Fresnos’ scoring has been consistent across the quarters, averaging 10.2 points in the first, 9.0 in the second, 11.1 in the third, and 10.0 in the fourth. On the other hand, Economedes has had a solid start to games, averaging 12.0 points in the first quarter, but their offense has slowed in the second half, with only 3.5 points in the third quarter and 7.0 points in the fourth.

Player Spotlight

• Los Fresnos
  • Robert Pineda has been the driving force for Los Fresnos, leading the team in rushing (124.0 yards per game), passing (144.2 yards per game), and total yards (268.2 yards per game).
  • Lucky Perales has been the top receiver, averaging 29.7 yards per game.
  • Joshua Laster has been solid defensively, averaging 7.8 tackles per game.
• Economedes
  • Johan Nunez has been the standout rusher with 105.3 yards per game, while John Carreon has contributed 59.4 passing yards per game.
  • Jaime Eguia leads the defense with 9.1 tackles per game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced off against common opponents this season, with Los Fresnos posting a 1-1 record against them and Economedes going 0-2. Los Fresnos lost to Pharr-San Juan-Alamo in Week 1 (40-24) but bounced back with a solid win over Edinburg (38-14). Economedes, meanwhile, struggled against both Pharr-San Juan-Alamo (42-7) and Edinburg (24-17), showcasing their difficulties against higher-ranked teams.

Conclusion

This season, Los Fresnos has been a powerhouse, with a stellar record and dominant performances on both sides of the ball. Economedes, while showing potential, has struggled to maintain consistency, especially in district games. The Falcons’ explosive offense and stout defense make them the favorites in this matchup. However, Economedes will look to prove that their road performances and ability to compete against tough teams can push them to upset Los Fresnos.

As the regular season winds down, fans of both schools will eagerly await the outcome of this crucial showdown. Will Los Fresnos maintain their dominance, or will Economedes surprise with a statement win? Only time will tell.