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Pete’s Pigskin Preview: Hobbs Eagles - KCBD
Hobbs Eagles football finally broke a four-decade drought, clawing their way to the state semifinals last season for the first time since 1981.
Many Lubbockites have family or friends just an hour and a half east. Their performance always draws attention across the South Plains. Their success fuels regional sports talk on sports radio and in local diners, offering more to discuss alongside our own high school teams. Head coach Ken Stevens believes his squad is ready for new heights in 2026. He credits spring padded practices as a significant advantage they haven't utilized before.
This impressive performance from a neighboring program means fans across our region have another compelling story to follow as fall sports near. It offers a clear benchmark for competitive football just beyond our city limits. This sparks friendly comparisons and discussions among local sports enthusiasts. What other regional teams accomplish keeps local sports conversations lively.
That 2025 semifinal appearance was Hobbs' deepest playoff run since before Buddy Holly released his first single.
Common questions
Why are Lubbock residents interested in Hobbs Eagles football?
- Many Lubbock residents have family or friends in Hobbs, New Mexico, which is just an hour and a half east. The Hobbs Eagles' performance always draws attention across the South Plains, fueling regional sports discussions alongside local teams.
How did the Hobbs Eagles football team perform last season?
- The Hobbs Eagles football team finished the 2025 season with an impressive 9-3 record. They broke a four-decade drought by reaching the state semifinals for the first time since 1981, before Cleveland ended their historic run.
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