THORNE STADIUM The annual classic match between the MacArthur Generals and the Aldine Mustangs was held last Friday night, and the Generals dominated the game with strong offense and defense lines, winning the match 28-17.
However, Aldines QB Darron Thomas, excelled in his passing game. He completed 15 of 21 passes, for a total of 235 yards and 1 TD. Another outstanding performance was by MacArthurs Jacqualyn Harmeson, with 27 rushes for 163 yards and 2 TDs.
The score was fairly even through most of the game, with a 7-7 tally at halftime. Aldine excited the crowd by passing in the first quarter 33 yards for a TD, the first score of the game. In the fourth quarter, the Generals took a commanding lead, and stopped an Aldine drive, forcing them to settle for a field goal. MacArthurs Isaac Medina intercepted a pass near the end of the game, putting an end to the Mustangs effort to come from behind.