The East Bernard Brahmas kick off their football season at home this Friday, facing a tough Goliad Tigers team ranked among the state’s top 10 in Class 3A Division I. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. at Brahma Stadium. Last year, East Bernard beat Goliad 34-21, but the Tigers went on to finish 10-3. Coach Jeremy Jenkins’ squad will rely on senior quarterback Dan Bartlett and standout receiver Amare Jones, while Goliad brings back explosive playmakers Lamont Franklin and Donovan Perry.