Midland Christian Mustangs prepare for 2026 season under Phil Dawson

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Midland Christian Mustangs prepare for 2026 season under Phil Dawson

Summary

The Midland Christian Mustangs kicked off their 2026 football season on August 21 against Liberty Christian. Head coach Phil Dawson emphasizes familiarity gained in his second year as a pivotal factor in the team's preparation. The Mustangs return key offensive players, including sophomore quarterback Jaxon Franco, who values the team's chemistry. Senior Caleb Cruz is expected to take on a leadership role on defense. With a challenging schedule ahead, including games against Liberty-Argyle and Fort Worth Christian, the Mustangs aim to win the district and pursue a state championship.

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•Midland Christian Mustangs opened their season against Liberty Christian.
•Phil Dawson enters his second season as head coach.
•Key players include Jaxon Franco and Caleb Cruz.
•The Mustangs face a tough schedule with numerous challenging opponents.
•Goals include winning the district and advancing in the state championship.

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MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Midland Christian Mustangs enter the 2026 football season looking to build on the foundation established during head coach Phil Dawson’s first year at the helm. Dawson, now in his second season as Midland Christian’s head coach, says the biggest difference heading into this season is familiarity. After spending last year […]
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