Austin High came away with a 26-13 victory over El Paso High in the latest Battle of the Claw, continuing its recent dominance in the historic rivalry. The Panthers controlled much of the game early, using a strong rushing attack and solid defensive play to build a comfortable lead heading into halftime. El Paso High responded with a strong second-half push, creating some momentum and cutting into the deficit, but Austin was able to settle down and regain control. The Panthers’ physical style and consistency on both sides of the ball ultimately proved to be the difference, as Austin closed out the night with another rivalry victory and kept the Claw in its possession.
MVP
Joel Castaneda
Austin
SCHOLAR ATHLETES
;)
Elijah Evans
El Paso
Elijah consistently demonstrates reliability, integrity, and a strong work ethic, always doing the right thing
and setting a positive example for others. He challenges himself academically through AP and
OnRamps courses while balancing his responsibilities as a student-athlete. His dedication,
character, and commitment to excellence make him a true representation of what it means to be a Tiger.
Noah Duran
Austin
Noah is a soft-spoken leader with a great work ethic and strong leadership traits on and off the
field. He has been with us for four years and continues to improve every day. He serves as a
role model to the whole football program.
GAME SUMMARY
