Carl Abseck Resigns as Lufkin High School Athletic Director and Head Football Coach
Carl Abseck has resigned as Lufkin High School's athletic director and head football coach, Lufkin ISD confirmed on Tuesday. Abseck coached the Panthers for two seasons, achieving a 13-9 record with one playoff appearance. The district has begun the process…
Tyler Longview, TX, November 10, 2026 — Lufkin High School’s athletic director and head football coach, Carl Abseck, has resigned from his positions. The Lufkin Independent School District confirmed the resignation on Tuesday.
Abseck completed two seasons coaching the Lufkin Panthers football team. During his tenure, the team compiled a record of 13 wins and 9 losses. The team also made one playoff appearance under his leadership.
Lufkin ISD has announced that the process to select a successor for both the athletic director and head football coach roles has commenced. Further details regarding the search timeline or potential candidates were not immediately available.
The departure marks the end of Abseck’s time leading the athletic department and the football program at Lufkin High School. The district is now focused on identifying new leadership to guide the school’s athletic endeavors moving forward.
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