Kilgore College Rangers Begin Spring Football Drills

The team hits the field for their first practice of the season at R.E. St. John Memorial Stadium.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 4:13pm

A cubist, geometric painting depicting the abstracted shapes and planes of football players and equipment in motion, conveying the energy and dynamism of spring practice.The Kilgore College Rangers football team takes the field for their first spring practice, signaling the start of a new season of high-energy competition.Kilgore Today

The Kilgore College Rangers football team, led by head coach Willie Gooden, took the field on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 for their first day of spring practice at R.E. St. John Memorial Stadium in Kilgore, Texas.

Why it matters

The start of spring drills marks an important milestone for the Rangers as they prepare for the upcoming season. Kilgore College has a strong football tradition and the team's performance is closely watched by the local community.

The details

The Rangers hit the field for their first practice session, going through drills and getting back into the swing of things after the offseason. Coach Gooden will use these spring practices to evaluate his roster, work on fundamentals, and begin installing new plays and schemes for the team.

  • The Rangers held their first spring practice on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

The players

Willie Gooden

The head football coach of the Kilgore College Rangers.

Kilgore College Rangers

The football team of Kilgore College, a community college located in Kilgore, Texas.

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What’s next

The Rangers will continue spring practice over the next several weeks, culminating in their annual spring game on May 1, 2026.

The takeaway

The start of spring football drills is an exciting time for the Kilgore College community as they look forward to the upcoming season and the chance to cheer on their beloved Rangers.