The Cubs Offensive line is confident this season, with a seasoned running back in Kyle Stewart. Cubs warming up before their scrimmage with the Eagles. Photo by Will Sadler
An important position for the Cub football machine is the water boys and managers; that is much more important during the hot days of August. Photo by Will Sadler
The Cub defensive line and backs will have many weapons this season; #51 Isaiah Burdick beat the offensive end almost every play, pressuring the Eagles to look for different routes. Photo by Will Sadler
The Cub defense is on the prowl this season with a swarm mentality. Photo by Will Sadler
Son Ryan Keeter looks on at his dad, Coach Casey Keeter, with a proud look. Photo by Will Sadler
The Cubs have a team huddle after their first possession of the scrimmage with the Eagles to go over strategy for the offensive Cubs entering the field. Photo by Will Sadler
The Cub offense takes the field against the Abilene Eagles. The Cubs begin the year with their new spread offense, which will give the team more options to move the ball and a better chance at big aerial plays downfield. Photo by Will Sadler
Cub #11 Tucker Cortinez enters his Senior year with the Cubs as QB1. Cortinez has a great sense for the scramble if the pocket implodes and is a great pocket passer. Photo by Will Sadler

Cubs Scrimmage TLCA for First Test of the Season

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 11:00pm
By: 
Will Sadler Advertising@olneyenterprise.com

Although no official score was kept during the Cubs scrimmage against the Texas Leadership Charter Academy Eagles, the Cubs scored the only three touchdowns during the match-up.

The Cubs looked fast and strong after a busy summer of weight and strength training. Many returning Cubs came back to the team bigger and faster than the year before, and it showed on the field.

The Cubs’ defense looked like a swarm every time an Eagle runner left the backfield, and the Cubs’ backfield handled receivers with confidence. The Cubs’ offensive ground game was steady and sure, led by running back Kyle Stewart. The Cubs’ passing game hit for some big receptions that gave them their three touchdowns of the game. The quarterback is great when scrambling for a run and pocket passing, with work still needed on pressure passing before the season begins. The Cubs travel to Electra on Thursday, Aug. 20 to battle the Tigers for their last scrimmage before the season kicks off. Game time is at 6 pm.

Fight on Cubs!

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