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Azle rallies past Cooper in season opener

Morgan’s fourth touchdown pass lifts Hornets to 28-24 comeback victory
Azle rallies past Cooper in season opener
Hornet quarterback Auston Morgan threw four touchdown passes, including the game-winner with 57 seconds remaining, in Azle's 28-24 victory over Abilene Cooper.

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The Wilson Rigg era at Azle High School opened with a comeback win.

Quarterback Auston Morgan connected with Kaden Haas for a 38-yard touchdown with 57 seconds remaining in the game Friday, Aug. 28, lifting the Hornets to a 28-24 victory over Abilene Cooper in the 2026 season opener.

Azle trailed by as many as 14 points and did not take its first lead until the final minute.

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