Brahlon Gonzales nabs game-sealing pick as Southside defeats Jay in wild finish

Brahlon Gonzales secured a crucial game-winning interception for Southside in a thrilling District 14-5A-II Division I matchup against Jay on October 10, 2026, at Gustafson Stadium in San Antonio. The interception, made in the final moments, helped Southside claim a 27-25 victory. The game featured a high-stakes fourth quarter with numerous dramatic plays.

Southside took an early lead after Joelijah Pritchard scored on a 5-yard run, but Jay responded with a 76-yard punt return touchdown by Wallace Wellington with 37 seconds left in the quarter. Southside recovered an onside kick, and two plays later, Gonzales' interception sealed the win for Southside. The win kept Southside (2-3, 2-1) in contention for a playoff spot, while Jay dropped to 1-5 overall and 1-2 in district.

Pritchard, who rushed for 194 yards and three touchdowns, expressed satisfaction with his performance and the team's resilience after a recent tough loss. Southside coach Ricky Lock was pleased with his team's ability to secure the victory and look forward to the remaining four games in district play.