The Pacheco Panthers (Los Banos, CA) varsity football team will host the Minarets Mustangs (O’Neals, CA) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, August 29, at 7:00 PM.
Pacheco vs Minarets Football Game Info:
What: California High School Football
Who: Pacheco vs Minarets
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7 PM
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Game preview: Pacheco vs Minarets
Minarets Dominates Season Opener, Pacheco Looks to Bounce Back
The 2025-26 high school football season is underway, and the early results tell two very different stories for Minarets and Pacheco.
Strong Start for Minarets
Minarets (1-0) opened the season with an emphatic 60-6 victory, proving they are a force to be reckoned with. Ranked No. 758 in California and No. 11,160 nationally, the Mustangs showcased an explosive offense and a rock-solid defense that stifled their opponent from start to finish.
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Points Scored: 60
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Points Allowed: 6
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Win Percentage: 1.000
The Mustangs averaged a whopping 60 points per game in their debut, setting the tone for what could be a high-scoring season. Quarterback Raul Moreno was a key playmaker, throwing for 88 yards, while running back Aidan Pikas chipped in 47 rushing yards. On the receiving end, Isaac Garcia added 29 yards, helping Moreno reach a combined 131 total yards.
Defensively, Alejandro Sandoval led the charge with 7 tackles, and Thomas Price recorded 0.5 sacks, helping keep their opponent’s offense in check.
Pacheco Struggles in Opener
Meanwhile, Pacheco (0-1) faced a rough start to the season, falling 22-3 in their opener. Ranked slightly higher nationally at No. 9,979 and No. 678 in California, the Panthers will need to regroup quickly to avoid falling behind in a competitive landscape.
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Points Scored: 3
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Points Allowed: 22
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Win Percentage: .000
The Panthers’ offense was limited to 234 total yards per game, with a balanced attack featuring 146 rushing yards and 88 passing yards. However, the inability to finish drives kept them out of the end zone, leaving kicker Santiago Rosas to provide the lone scoring highlight with a field goal.
Defensively, Pacheco averaged 32 tackles per game, but the unit struggled to contain big plays and will need to make adjustments moving forward.
Team Comparison
| Category | Minarets | Pacheco |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 1-0 | 0-1 |
| Points Per Game | 60.0 | 3.0 |
| Passing Yards | 88.0 | 88.0 |
| Rushing Yards | — | 146.0 |
| Tackles Per Game | — | 32.0 |
While Pacheco boasts a strong ground game, Minarets’ ability to dominate the scoreboard gives them a clear early-season edge.
What’s Next?
Both teams will look to build on their season openers. For Minarets, the challenge is maintaining momentum and proving their Week 1 performance wasn’t a fluke. For Pacheco, it’s about rebounding quickly and converting offensive yardage into points.
With plenty of football left to play, expect both programs to evolve as the season progresses.
