Abilene Universities McMurry and Hardin-Simmons Secure Football Victories
McMurry University's football team secured a 59-38 win, accumulating 533 total yards, while Hardin-Simmons University won 23-17, maintaining their undefeated 7-0 overall season record. Both teams are in Abilene, Texas.

Abilene Sweetwater, TX, November 5, 2026 — In local collegiate football action, both McMurry University and Hardin-Simmons University emerged victorious in their recent matchups. The teams, both based in Abilene, Texas, achieved significant wins to bolster their respective seasons.
McMurry University’s football team achieved a decisive victory, scoring 59 points against their opponent’s 38. The team demonstrated strong offensive performance, accumulating a total of 533 yards during the game. The identity of McMurry University’s opponent was not provided in the available summary.
Meanwhile, Hardin-Simmons University continued its successful run, securing a 23-17 win. This victory extended their overall season record to an undefeated 7-0. The specifics of their win, including the opponent and game details, were not detailed beyond the score and the maintenance of their perfect season record.
The performance highlights a competitive landscape for Abilene’s university football programs as the season progresses. Further details regarding game dates, specific opponents for McMurry, and the context of Hardin-Simmons’ undefeated streak were not available in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Caitlin Leggett on ktxs.com, see more information here.
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