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Midland - Texas A&M-Kingsville opens up its conference schedule against the reigning Lone Star Conference Champion UT-Permian Basin Saturday at Astound Broadband Stadium.

The Javelinas (1-1, 0-0 Lone Star Conference) will look to start their conference schedule off on the right foot after splitting their non-conference schedule. Coming off of a win against Mississippi College last week, the Javelinas will look to build off of their performance.

Last season, the Falcons (2-1, 1-0 LSC) claimed the conference championship after going undefeated in conference play. This included a 29-17 victory last season against the Javelinas, who seek to avenge that loss this season.

Kickoff for the game between the Javelinas and the Falcons is set for 6:00 p.m. CT, live coverage of the contest will be available on Live Stats and Flosports.

Quick Hitters:

- Defensive end Demarcus Hendricks was named last week's LSC defensive player of the week after totaling three tackles, all of which were for loss, two sacks, a forced fumble and a recovered fumble off of a blocked punt.

- The Javelina defense has been a dominant force early this season. Already at four turnovers forced this season, it continues its streak of now four straight games forcing at least two turnovers dating back to last season.

- Running backs Roger Hagan and Santana Scott continue to be major factors in the offense. Last week, the duo rushed for 154 yards and two touchdowns combined. It was the first time since the season finale against Midwestern State last season that the Javelinas scored multiple rushing touchdowns.

- Zaraivion Armendarez had a massive performance for the Javelinas last week. His five catches marked a new career high in catches and his 23 yards marked a new career high in yards.