Renewing a longstanding South Texas football rivalry, the Uvalde Coyotes will kick off their 2026 football season against the Carrizo Springs Wildcats at 7 p.m. Aug. 28 in the Honey Bowl.

Defenders Wally Flores, Gavin Torres, and Cord Williamson combine efforts to tackle a Del Rio running back during football scrimmage competition on Aug. 20. (Leader-News photo by Pete Luna) Coached by Giovanni Gonzalez, the Wildcats have 10 returning lettermen.

Last year's team finished third in their district behind Bandera and Devine.