ODESSA, Texas (September 22, 2025) – UT Permian Basin junior quarterback Kanon Gibson was named the Lone Star Conference Offensive Player of the Week after the Falcons' LSC opener at Texas A&M University-Kingsville.

Gibson accounted for five touchdowns – three passing and two rushing – to lead the No. 11-ranked Falcons to a 43-30 road win over Texas A&M-Kingsville. Gibson was 18-of-26 passing for 316 yards and no interceptions. He also rushed for a game-high 81 yards on 22 carries.

With the score tied at 23-23 with under 13 minutes to play, Gibson ran for a 20-yard score to give the Falcons a lead they would not relinquish. On the very next play of UTPB's next drive, Gibson found Jaylon Tillman for a 70-yard touchdown pass. He added another fourth-quarter touchdown just over two minutes later, this time a 34-yard strike to TJ McKenzie.

UTPB Head Football Coach Kris McCullough said, "Kanon had a great game and had played really well this season. I am proud of his every-day work ethic and the way he's leading this offense. He deserves the recognition."

With a record of 3-0, UTPB returns home on Saturday, September 27, taking on Midwestern State University (0-3 overall, 0-1 LSC) with kickoff scheduled 6 p.m. from Midland, Texas. It will be Family Weekend inside Astound Broadband Stadium. The Falcons are also encouraging fans to wear as much orange as possible for the Orange Out.