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San Angelo Central Bobcats defeat Abilene High in season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 1:21 AM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

San Angelo Central Bobcats defeat Abilene High in season opener

Summary

The San Angelo Central Bobcats opened their 2026 season with a 28-23 victory over Abilene High at San Angelo Stadium. This result marked the 100th meeting between the two programs and served as the first Week 1 win for the Bobcats since 2020. Quarterback Micah Smith contributed two touchdown passes, while running back Zeyvion Johnson gained over 100 yards on the ground. Receiver Jesse Smith added two touchdown receptions and nearly 100 receiving yards to the effort. The game represented the first season-opening success for third-year head coach Mark Smith. Looking to move to 2-0, the Bobcats travel to play Mansfield Lake Ridge this Friday at 7 p.m.

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By the Numbers

•San Angelo Central defeated Abilene High 28-23 at San Angelo Stadium.
•Micah Smith threw two touchdown passes for the Bobcats.
•Zeyvion Johnson rushed for over 100 yards.
•Jesse Smith recorded two touchdown catches and nearly 100 receiving yards.
•The team plays Mansfield Lake Ridge this Friday.

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1:21 AMYahoo Sports — VIDEO: Central Bobcats look back on last week’s season-opening win at home

What they're saying

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SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — The San Angelo Central Bobcats talked about last week’s season-opening win at home against Abilene High during Tuesday’s Media Day. In the 100th meeting between the Bobcats and Eagles, Central held off Abilene 28-23 in a non-district matchup at San Angelo Stadium. It marked the first Week 1 […]
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