Central Oklahoma, Midwestern State Agree to 3-Year Football Series

The Bronchos and Mustangs will face off in non-conference games from 2027 to 2029.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:22pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting in the style of Picasso, using the team colors of Central Oklahoma and Midwestern State to depict an abstract college football game.A cubist interpretation of the upcoming football series between the Central Oklahoma Bronchos and Midwestern State Mustangs.Edmond Today

Central Oklahoma has announced a future non-conference football agreement with Midwestern State University, scheduling games between the two teams in 2027, 2028, and 2029. This finalizes the Bronchos' non-conference competition schedule for the next four seasons.

Why it matters

This agreement provides an opportunity for the two regional programs to compete against each other, building rivalries and generating interest among fans in Oklahoma and Texas. Non-conference matchups like this can help smaller schools gain exposure and test themselves against different opponents.

The details

The three-game series will have the Bronchos and Mustangs facing off in Edmond, Oklahoma in 2027 and 2029, with the 2028 game taking place in Wichita Falls, Texas, Midwestern State's home city.

  • The games will be played in 2027, 2028, and 2029.
  • The 2027 and 2029 games will be hosted by Central Oklahoma in Edmond.
  • The 2028 game will be played at Midwestern State's home field in Wichita Falls, Texas.

The players

Central Oklahoma Bronchos

The football team of the University of Central Oklahoma, an NCAA Division II program located in Edmond, Oklahoma.

Midwestern State Mustangs

The football team of Midwestern State University, an NCAA Division II program located in Wichita Falls, Texas.

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What’s next

The two schools will now work to finalize the specific game dates and times for the three-year series.

The takeaway

This agreement between Central Oklahoma and Midwestern State provides an opportunity for the two regional programs to build a new non-conference rivalry, generating interest and exposure for both teams in the coming years.