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"Why do you encourage you players to play 7-on-7?" Area coaches answer the question
By David Robinett at BigCountryHomepage (KTAB/KRBC) - Sports
· June 17, 2026
· 1 min read
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - High school football teams across the state of Texas spent the last month competing in 7-on-7 tournaments. It's football in shorts, and it's touch football. We asked Cooper head coach Scott Stewart and Wylie head coach Clay Martin, "Wylie do your players play 7-on-7 ...
Key takeaway We asked Cooper head coach Scott Stewart and Wylie head coach Clay Martin, "Wylie do your players play 7-on-7 in the summer?
Why this matters in Abilene News
The participation of Abilene 's high school football teams in 7-on-7 tournaments reflects the city's strong athletic culture and competitive spirit. For Cooper and Wylie, two prominent schools in the area, the benefits of 7-on-7 extend beyond the summer months, as it allows players to develop their skills and build teamwork in a more relaxed setting. As the new school year approaches, the experience gained from these tournaments will likely influence the teams' strategies and performance in the upcoming football season. The community can expect to see the effects of this offseason training as local teams face off against each other and other Texas schools. With Cooper and Wylie often being among the top contenders in the area, their performance in the 7-on-7 tournaments may provide an early indication of how they will fare in the regular season.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 17, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB/KRBC) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - High school football teams across the state of Texas spent the last month competing in 7-on-7 tournaments. It's football in shorts, and it's touch football. We asked Cooper head coach Scott Stewart and Wylie head coach Clay Martin, "Wylie do your players play 7-on-7 ...
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