RICHARDSON, Texas – The Lone Star Conference unveiled its 2025 football preseason poll Wednesday during LSC Media Day, with Western New Mexico University picked ninth overall by league coaches, sports information directors, and media members.
The Mustangs received 53 total points, landing just behind Eastern New Mexico (88) and within reach of Midwestern State (139). Angelo State claimed the top spot with 23 first-place votes and 292 points, followed by Central Washington (257) and UT Permian Basin (229).
Now entering his third season at the helm, WNMU Head Coach
Billy Hickman is focused on internal growth, not outside expectations.
"We're not in the business of proving polls right," Hickman said. "We've got experienced guys in key spots, a hungry locker room, and we're focused on playing our brand of football. The rest will take care of itself."
Angelo State quarterback Braeden Fuller was voted Preseason Offensive Player of the Year, with the Preseason Defensive Player of the Year going to UT Permian Basin linebacker Tristan Exline.
The Mustangs will kick off the 2025 campaign at home on Friday, August 30 at 6 p.m. against regional rival Adams State at Ben Altamirano Field.
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Western New Mexico University is a member of the NCAA Division II, and the Lone Star Conference (LSC). For additional information regarding Mustang Athletics, visit www.wnmumustangs.com; visit wnmu.edu for more information about Western New Mexico University. Follow the Mustangs on social media: @WNMUathletics (Twitter, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube & Instagram).
