Here’s a look at the Tascosa Rebels heading into the 2026 football season. Press Pass Sports caught up with veteran head coach Ken Plunk to talk about the proud tradition he and his coaching staff has built over a near two decades. Plunk also talks about the strength of this year’s Rebel team and what fans can expect to see on the field this season.

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2025 resume

Head coach: Ken Plunk, 18th year at Tascosa, 118-83. 20th year overall 135-88.
2025 Record: 7-5 overall, 4-2 in District 2-5A I. Class 5A Division I area finalist.

Returning starters

Offense: 5
Defense: 3
Season opener: at Odessa Permian, 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, at Ratliff Stadium.

Male football player in a black helmet and jersey with the number 17, standing on a blurred practice field. — Tascosa linebacker Coen Phillips tallied 101 tackles for the Rebels last season. [Tyler Anderson/ Press Pass Sports]

PLAYERS TO WATCH

Coen Phillips, 6-2, 226-pounds, LB, Sr.

Phillips brings much needed stability and experienced to a defensive group that was hit hard by graduation. With inexperience at the front seven, Phillips will be a leader for this young Rebel defense. With size and speed, Phillips can cover the field from one sideline to the other. Last season, Phillips totaled 101 tackles with 48 of those solo tackles and three for a loss.

Ben Harris, 6-1, 281-pounds, OL, Sr.

Tascosa’s offensive line is always its most valuable unit in a run-heavy offense. With that said, it helps coach Ken Plunk that the anchor of the group in the center, Harris, is back after a solid season as a junior in 2025. With Harris helping pave the way, the Rebels were able to gash opponents for by averaging over 300 yards on the ground per contest.

Toby Torres, 5-9, 163-pounds, ATH, Jr.

Torres hasn’t taken a varsity snap yet but he’s a player that coaches love. Coming up from the junior varsity, Torres can play multiple positions on the offensive and defensive side of the ball. Offensively, the speedy junior will be utilized in multiple ways, and defensively, expect Torres to be used in the secondary and then counted on during special teams.