The El Campo Ricebirds needed some offensive tricks and a couple of defensive turnovers to stop
a competitive Bay City Blackcats at home Friday night. El Campo senior running back Rueben Owens had three touchdowns, one coming as a passer. Ricebird junior Jake Samaripa made some big plays on defense, including scoring the games only defensive touchdown, helping the El Campo hold on to beat Bay City 37- 27, keeping them undefeated in district play. El Campo will play Needville on the road this Friday.