Jal faced a tough start to the season on the road, battling fiercely but ultimately falling to the Tucumcari Rattlers with a score of 47-16, marking their record at 0-1. Despite the setback, the spirit of the team remains strong as they prepare to turn the page and regroup for their upcoming home game against a non-varsity opponent, where they will have the chance to show their resilience and dedication on their home turf at 7 p.m. on Thursday. The journey has just begun, and the team is eager to get back in the game and earn their first victory.