The 2025 Texas high school football season heats up in El Paso as the Socorro Bulldogs travel across town to face the Horizon Scorpions on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are eager to kick off their campaigns after tough seasons last year, making this a crucial early-season non-district matchup. The game will be played under the lights at Horizon High School, where local bragging rights will be on the line.
Game Details
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Matchup: Socorro (TX) @ Horizon (TX)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Horizon High School – El Paso, TX
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Socorro Bulldogs
The Bulldogs enter the season ranked #10,728 nationally and #1,031 in Texas, with hopes of turning the program upward after recent struggles. Socorro has shown flashes of promise with young talent developing in the lineup. For the Bulldogs, starting strong on both sides of the ball will be key to keeping pace in this opener.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #10,728
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Texas Rank: #1,031
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Key to Win: Limit defensive breakdowns and establish a consistent run game to balance the offense.
Main Squad:
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#2 Anthony Garcia – QB
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#5 Miguel Nunez – RB
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#8 Luis Herrera – WR/DB
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#10 Damian Torres – WR
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#15 Isaiah Ramos – QB/WR
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#20 Daniel Chavez – RB/LB
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#33 Julian Mendoza – LB
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#44 Adrian Martinez – DL
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#52 Jose Lopez – OL/DL
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#75 Carlos Rivera – OL
Horizon Scorpions
The Scorpions open their year ranked #11,364 nationally and #1,068 in Texas. Horizon brings athleticism and depth into the 2025 season, looking to bounce back after a challenging campaign. Playing at home, the Scorpions will aim to use their speed and defensive energy to set the tone.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #11,364
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Texas Rank: #1,068
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Key to Win: Control the tempo with their aerial attack and pressure Socorro’s QB with a strong pass rush.
Main Squad:
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#1 Jacob Martinez – QB
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#3 Brian Castillo – RB
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#7 Marcos Delgado – WR
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#11 Jordan Vasquez – WR/DB
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#14 Adrian Flores – WR/OLB
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#21 Carlos Sanchez – RB/LB
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#32 Ricardo Juarez – LB
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#44 David Perez – DL/LB
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#55 Sergio Morales – OL/DL
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#72 Jonathan Ruiz – OL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record | Home | Away |
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| Socorro | #10,728 | #1,031 (TX) | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Horizon | #11,364 | #1,068 (TX) | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
