Mustangs Defeat Escalon 27-13 in Battle of 120 Series

The longstanding football rivalry between Oakdale and Escalon continues to be a highlight in their communities, with the Mustangs defeating the Cougars 27-13 to keep the Mayor’s Cup trophy in Oakdale for 2025. Meanwhile, the TCU Horned Frogs are preparing for their home opener against Abilene Christian, a strong FCS opponent led by dual-threat quarterback Stone Earle, following a dominant Labor Day win over North Carolina. TCU coach Sonny Dykes emphasizes the importance of not underestimating Abilene Christian despite their FCS status, citing last year’s near-upset against Texas Tech and recent college football upsets nationwide as cautionary examples. On the soccer front, SMU Men's Soccer suffered a 2-1 loss to UIW despite dominating possession and shot attempts, now standing at 3-2-1 heading into ACC play. The Mustangs showed resilience by equalizing late via a penalty kick, but UIW scored a winner in the final minutes to seal the match. These developments highlight competitive spirit and the importance of focus across different sports programs in the region.