On a sunny afternoon, Sul Ross State Lobos football team experienced a challenging match against the Hardin-Simmons Cowboys, resulting in a 55-7 defeat. The game took place on October 21, 2023, and while the Lobos couldn’t secure a win, there were notable positives worth highlighting.
Even with the score discrepancy, Sul Ross State showcased resilience, particularly in the fourth quarter. After being held scoreless for the first three quarters, they managed to put points on the board in the final phase of the game. Moreover, Nicolas Lee, Sul Ross State’s agile runner, demonstrated his prowess on the field with significant rushes, including a 12-yard rush that led the team to their first down.
The Lobos also held their ground when it came to possession, controlling the ball for a notable 30:47 minutes compared to Hardin-Simmons’ 29:13 minutes. Sul Ross State, despite the challenges, came close in terms of first downs, making 19 in comparison to Hardin-Simmons’ 20.
Additionally, the team was able to successfully complete 14 receptions, accumulating a total of 119 receiving yards, with an average of 8.5 yards per reception. On the defensive front, the Lobos managed to restrict the Cowboys to just 211 receiving yards from 10 receptions.
When assessing penalties, Sul Ross State demonstrated discipline, with fewer penalties (7) in comparison to Hardin-Simmons (10).
While Hardin-Simmons’ Noah Garcia and K.J. Peoples combined for four touchdowns, Sul Ross State’s unified defense and determination could be seen throughout the game.
With the season still in progress, and a 3-3 record, the Lobos will undoubtedly take the lessons learned from this match and look forward to improving their performance in the upcoming games.
The match officials for the day were led by REF: Rolando Gonzalez, with contributions from Ruben Salcedo, Sergio Luna, Gregory Smith Jr., Martin Martinez, Gerardo Perez, Fernando De La Rosa, and Rueben Moreno.
Sul Ross State continues its journey, hoping to bounce back stronger in its future matchups.
