Rockwall Yellowjackets senior quarterback Braedyn Locke (2021).
It's week seven of Texas High School Football and as if the season hasn't already been one to remember, the match-ups are starting to heat up! VYPE DFW has some of the top games for this Friday evening that you are not going to want to miss. Let's take a look:
Plano West Wolves vs. Plano East Panthers -- Friday, October 8 at 7 p.m.
Plano West can be expected to do everything they can on Friday night to put an end to a three-game losing streak. With a strong start to the season, the Wolves are wanting to get back to their strength and show that they belong playing amongst some of the best high school football teams in the area.
The test for Plano West will be in their defense. If they can hold a match to a strong squad like Plano East, the Plano West Wolves just might stand a chance.
The Panthers are headed into the game on a two-game losing streak. Plano East wants the win almost as bad as Plano West. The difference in Plano East's squad, however, is running back Ismail Mahdi who has rushed for over 1,000 yards this season.
Plano East has a strong defense that nearly put a stop to undefeated Lewisville last week. Between the defense and Mahdi, the Panthers just might break their losing streak.
Plano East will come out on top in this game. Their defense is going to be too strong for Plano West's offense.
On Tuesday, the McKinney North Bulldogs girls soccer team took on the Sherman Bearcats in a tough district matchup!
Check out the highlights from the game below!
Grapevine claims back-to-back UIL State Championships with their 9-5 win over Kingwood Park in the 5A Division II Final (6/6/2025)
Preseason hierarchy is rarely unanimous, but the area’s combined outlook opens with a familiar theme: proven playoff pedigree.
In Class 5A, defending state champion Grapevine opens as the team to beat after a 36-win campaign and a second straight title — the program’s third overall. With much of that roster back, there’s scant indication the Mustangs are prepared to loosen their grip.
Not far behind, Aledo carries its own championship pedigree into the spring. Fresh off an 8-1 victory over Smithson Valley Rangers in the 5A Division I State Final — its first crown since 2014 — Aledo proved it can pair pitching depth with timely offense on the biggest stage.
State semifinalists Lovejoy (5A Div. II), Marcus (6A Div. II) and Prosper (6A Div. I) reinforce the upper tier after Final Four runs in their respective brackets, while regional finalists Wakeland, Keller and Colleyville Heritage add further depth.
In a 6A classification defined by balance and weekly volatility, Allen and Waxahachie loom as potential risers. Both showcased district consistency a year ago and enter the new season intent on turning playoff lessons into extended May runs.
If 2025 proved anything, it’s that the path to Arlington remains crowded — and unforgiving.
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*Last section indicates 2025 result
VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A-4A) Top-10 Baseball Rankings -- February 2026 (Preseason)
1. Grapevine Mustangs (5A) -- 36-3 // 11-1 in District 6-5A // UIL 5A Division II State Champions*
2. Aledo Bearcats (5A) -- 34-8 // 9-0 in 5-5A // UIL 5A Division I State Champions*
3. Lovejoy Leopards (5A) -- 31-8 // 13-1 in 9-5A // 5A Division II State Semifinalists
4. Marcus Marauders (6A) -- 30-11 // 11-3 in 5-6A // 6A Division II State Semifinalists
5. Prosper Eagles (6A) -- 34-11 // 12-4 in 6-6A // 6A Division I State Semifinalists
6. Wakeland Wolverines (5A) -- 29-8 // 12-2 in 12-5A // Region II Finalists
7. Keller Indians (6A) -- 32-10 // 12-4 in 4-6A // Region I Finalists
8. Colleyville Heritage Panthers (5A) -- 23-14-1 // 12-2 in 6-5A // Region I Finalists
9. Allen Eagles (6A) -- 19-13-1 // 13-3 in 6-6A // Bi-District Finalists
10. Waxahachie Indians (6A) -- 21-14 // 10-4 in 11-6A // Area Finalists
Others to Watch: Southlake Carroll Dragons (4-6A), Rockwall Yellowjackets (10-6A), McKinney North Bulldogs (9-5A), Midlothian Heritage Jaguars (15-5A), Rockwall-Heath Hawks (10-6A), Byron Nelson Bobcats (4-6A), Royse City Bulldogs (10-6A), Dallas Jesuit Rangers (7-6A), Flower Mound Jaguars (5-6A), Midlothian Panthers (15-5A), Denton Guyer Wildcats (5-6A)
As the spring season gets underway, fans and players are invited to weigh in on who they believe deserves the title of VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth 2026 Preseason Baseball Player of the Year. Cast your vote and help set the tone for the season ahead.
Vote until 11:59 pm on Monday, February 23rd!
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