Diego Hernandez Shines in Big Game | Laredo News

Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 12, 2026 · 1m

Diego Hernandez exploded onto the scene with a monster performance, rushing for 116 yards and catching for 59 more in just five carries — totaling 175 yards and three touchdowns. His breakout wasn’t luck — it was earned. After last year’s RB graduated, Diego dominated offseason drills, studied the playbook, and showed up early every day, even when no one was watching. Coach Benny Cabello called him a living embodiment of the “Mustang Way.” His grit and relentless work ethic turned into a game-changing debut against Cigarroa. This is the story of a kid who didn’t wait for his moment — he built…