Texas Southern rallies in second half to top North Carolina Central
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Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Texas Southern defeated North Carolina Central 42-30 in their season opener at Thorne Stadium on August 30, 2026. Trailing 24-14 at halftime, Texas Southern outscored their opponents 28-6 in the second half. Cam'Ron McCoy threw three touchdown passes, while Athean Renfro Jr. contributed with 163 rushing yards and a touchdown. Texas Southern takes on Prairie View A&M in the Labor Day Classic on September 6.
- •Texas Southern trailed 14-0 after the first quarter.
- •McCoy connected for a 45-yard touchdown pass to Ronyon Richardson early in the third quarter.
- •Renfro's rushing touchdown extended the lead to 35-27 in the third quarter.
- •Texas Southern outgained North Carolina Central 462 to 321 in total yards.
- 5:33 AMYahoo Sports — Big second half powers Texas Southern football to season-opening win over North Carolina Central
"Cam'Ron McCoy threw three touchdown passes and Athean Renfro Jr. rushed for 163 yards and a score as Texas Southern dominated the second half to beat North Carolina Central.
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