What happened: In a back-and-forth battle Friday, Sept. 5, in Dallas, Midland Christian held off Bishop Lynch 38–34 to earn its first win of the season. The Mustangs traded scores with the Friars throughout the night before sealing the game with a late defensive stand. The victory moved Midland Christian to 1–1 on the season.

Midland Christian opened strong and stayed composed through several lead changes, capitalizing on third-down conversions and special teams field position late in the game. A fourth-quarter scoring drive put the Mustangs ahead for good, and the defense delivered a key stop on Bishop Lynch’s final possession to secure the 38–34 win. It was a complete effort that reflected progress and resilience across the lineup.

What’s next: Midland Christian returns home Friday, Sept. 12, to face Bushland in another non-district matchup.

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