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COLLEGE FOOTBALL: UTPB enters season with new faces but same expectations
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· August 21, 2026
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Key points The team's previous coach has moved on to a Division I school. Chris Softley has taken the reins, bringing a fresh perspective to the program.
A new head coach is leading the team. Chris Softley has taken the reins, bringing a fresh perspective to the program. The team's previous coach has moved on to a Division I school.
The team has a strong track record, with a successful season last year being the most successful in its history. This year's expectations are high, with the team ranked in the preseason poll.
Further details about the team's upcoming season, including its schedule, are available from the source. The team is set to face a Division I opponent later this month.
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Category: News Published: August 21, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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