On Friday night, two Lubbock crosstown rivals collided in a highly anticipated matchup. Cooper was looking to continue their win streak after ruining Todd Dodge’s return the previous week with a close 46-43 win over Lovejoy. This week, they took on their crosstown rivals, the Coronado Mustangs. The Mustangs were also looking to continue their win streak after closing out a close 41-34 victory over Legacy.
Lubbock Cooper dominated the game with a commanding performance, showcasing both offensive prowess and defensive tenacity. The Pirates’ quarterback threw for multiple touchdowns, leading a high-powered offense that overwhelmed Coronado’s defense. Meanwhile, the Lubbock Cooper defense was relentless, stifling Coronado’s attempts to gain momentum and forcing several turnovers. Despite a valiant effort from the Mustangs, including a few bright moments on offense, they struggled to keep up with the Pirates’ pace.
The game ended with Lubbock Cooper securing a decisive victory, further solidifying their strong start to the season. The final score reflected the Pirates’ dominance and set the stage for an exciting season ahead.
Lubbock Cooper wins 45-17.
Next week, Coronado will take on Abilene Wylie at Lowery Field in Lubbock. Wylie is coming off a nail-biting 29-28 win over Monterey, as both teams look to add another win to their records. Lubbock Cooper will look to continue their dominance as they take on Tascosa at West Texas A&M. The Rebels are coming off a dominant 34-7 win over Legacy and will look to give Cooper a run for their money.
