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PIGSKIN PREVIEW: Fort Stockton Panthers
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Darby McCormick , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 18, 2026
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Key points Xavier Rangel, a Lubbock native, has taken the helm. A new head coach is leading the Fort Stockton Panthers into a new season.
A new head coach is leading the Fort Stockton Panthers into a new season. Xavier Rangel, a Lubbock native, has taken the helm. He previously served as head football coach and athletic director at Ralls for seven years. Rangel is looking forward to the upcoming season and is excited to work with the team.
The community has been supportive of the new coaching staff. Although the team lost a strong senior group from last season, the players who have stepped into those roles are ready to lead. Further details about the team and its prospects are available from the source.
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Category: local Published: August 18, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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