Fort Worth, TX – For the second consecutive season state-ranked North Crowley snuffed out Permian’s playoff run with a 72-14 thrashing in the Class 6A Division I Area Round.
Rebels Capitalize On Mojo Miscues
Odessa, TX – Midland Legacy took advantage of four Permian turnovers en route to a 33-25 District 2-6A win at Ratliff Stadium. The Rebels scored 17 unanswered second-half points to hand the Panthers their first loss of the season.
School History
Permian came into existence 60 years ago, as the third high school to Odessa. Located in the northern part of town, it was only a matter of time for the 250,000 square foot school to root into fertile soil. The beginning year saw Permian win three games, and in the second season of existence the Panther football program set the standard for winning with a record of 8-3-0. In just five years later, the Panthers won their first state championship in 1965. In 1966, the school district allowed the annexation of the Permian Field House, and the following year, the swimming pool was added. As the building was growing, the legend was taking root and spreading faster than the construction. It was also during this time, the infamous “MoJo” chant began. Continue reading “School History”
Game Results 1959-69
The Panthers provided their fans with a District Champion title in 1960, in just the second year of the school football program’s existence. Permian won its first State Championship in 1965. They would return to the State Finals three years later in 1968. In the 60s, only one team from each district would advance to the post-season.
Game Results 1970-79
The state of Texas got more than its fair share of MOJO in the 70s. Permian was State Finalists in 1970 and 1975. The Panthers claimed their second State Championship in 1972. The team was also recognized as the ESPN National Champions. The Black Cats were State Semifinalists in 1977 and 1978. Permian claimed District Champions titles five times from 1970-79.
Game Results 1980-89
The Decade of Mojo. Permian ruled the district and state of Texas from 1980-89. The Panthers claimed State Champion titles in 1980 and 1989, co-State Champions in 1984, and State Finalists in 1985. The 1989 Panthers were recognized at National Champions. The Black Cats were District Champs SEVEN times in the 80s.
Game Results 1990-99
The Panthers made two trips to the State Finals, winning the title in 1991 and coming up just three points short in 1995. Permian won the District Champion title five times in the 90s. *One of the best teams to play for Permian was beaten – not by an opponent, but by administrative error in 1993.
Mojo Declared Clear Winner Over OHS
Odessa, TX – In a game that was heavily dominated by Shy Stephens-Deary and the Panthers, the annual Crosstown Showdown was decided early in a 45-7 lopsided win over Odessa High at Ratliff Stadium on Friday night.
Game Results 2000-09
The 21st century started with a five-year slump, absent of reaching the post-season. The decade was highlighted by the Allman Era (2005-08). Permian claimed District, Bi-District, and Area Champion titles in 2007 and 2008. The Panthers were Regional Finalists in both of those seasons.
