Lufkin ISD Head Football Coach Carl Abseck Resigns
Lufkin ISD's head football coach, Carl Abseck, resigned after two seasons leading the Panthers, during which the team achieved a 13-9 record and reached the area round of the playoffs in his first season.
Tyler Longview, TX, November 10, 2026 —
Carl Abseck has resigned from his position as head football coach for Lufkin ISD, concluding his tenure after two seasons at the helm of the Panthers program.
During his two years coaching the Panthers, Abseck led the team to a combined record of 13 wins and 9 losses. In his first season, the team advanced to the area round of the playoffs. Specific details regarding the circumstances of his resignation were not immediately available.
Abseck’s departure marks the end of his leadership for Lufkin ISD’s football team. The team’s performance under his guidance included a playoff appearance in his initial season.
The school district has not yet announced plans for selecting a successor for the head coaching position. Further information regarding the transition and future leadership of the Lufkin Panthers football program is expected.
Story summarized from the original created by Colten Sneed on www.kltv.com, see more information here.
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