Alexander Edged United South in Double Overtime
The Bulldogs overcame a late deficit to secure a win during a pivotal week of Laredo high school football.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Football
Alexander defeated United South in a dramatic double overtime finish. The victory was capped by a last-second touchdown drive led by Santiago Vazquez.
Why it matters
This victory highlights the competitive parity among Laredo high school programs during the fourth week of the season. The outcome directly shifts the momentum for these teams as they navigate the middle stages of the schedule.
Alexander recorded 189 total yards of offense, bolstered by Esteban Davila who rushed for 127 yards on 18 carries. Santiago Vazquez has now accumulated 825 passing yards through four games.
The players
Alexander
This is a Laredo-based high school football program.
United South
This is a Laredo-based high school football team that competed against Alexander.
Santiago Vazquez
He is the quarterback for Alexander who led the final touchdown drive.
Brennan Kisslinger
He is an Alexander player who caught the game-tying touchdown pass.
Esteban Davila
He is an Alexander running back who surpassed 100 yards for the second straight game.
The details
Down 14-7 with under two minutes remaining, Santiago Vazquez engineered a 75-yard drive and connected with Brennan Kisslinger for a game-tying touchdown with 12 seconds left. Esteban Davila set an early tone with a 79-yard run on the opening drive, marking his second consecutive 100-yard rushing performance.
Timeline
September 17-18, 2026: Laredo teams played their Week 4 games.
Season Trajectory
This win positions Alexander as a resilient contender as the mid-season schedule intensifies across the district. The victory disrupts early-season win streaks for regional rivals and forces a reevaluation of the current power rankings.
The result significantly bolsters Alexander's standing in the local district rankings following the Week 4 slate. The win provides the Bulldogs with crucial tie-breaker momentum as teams look toward the secondary phase of the regular season.
The takeaway
Close-game execution remains the most critical factor for success in competitive high school football. Maintaining offensive rhythm under late-game pressure can significantly alter a team's trajectory as the season approaches the playoffs.
Further reading
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