Last Tuesday night the McKinney Lions Volleyball team took on the Plano Wildcats on the Court!
Check out the highlights from the game below!
Last Tuesday night the McKinney Lions Volleyball team took on the Plano Wildcats on the Court!
Check out the highlights from the game below!
As the boys basketball season moves past the midway point of district play, the latest VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth rankings showcase a mix of consistency at the top and rising teams making their mark.
North Crowley has cemented itself as the region’s top team, going 20-3 overall and undefeated in district action. The Panthers’ balance and depth have allowed them to remain steady through both non-district and early league tests. Close on their heels, Little Elm has surged to a 21-2 record, also unblemished in district play, continuing a season that has positioned the Lobos as strong contenders for a district crown.
Among the 5A programs, Frisco Heritage, Birdville, Mansfield Summit, and Red Oak have all thrived in league competition. Heritage and Birdville remain undefeated in district play, while Summit has quietly built momentum with a perfect start to its league slate. Red Oak’s steady consistency has kept the Hawks in the mix, suggesting they could be key players in the playoff picture.
Other 6A teams, including Allen, Lancaster, and defending 6A Division II state champion Denton Guyer, have shown flashes of dominance and resilience, with each squad holding strong district records and the ability to challenge the top tier as the schedule progresses. Meanwhile, Dallas Carter represents the 4A contingent in the top 10, with a perfect 4-0 district start highlighting the Cowboys’ push to compete against larger classifications.
This list offers a snapshot of who has positioned themselves for potential playoff success—and which teams might shake up the landscape in the weeks ahead.
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VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A-4A) Top-10 Boys Basketball Rankings -- January 2026
1. North Crowley Panthers (6A) -- 20-3 // 3-0 in District 3-6A
2. Little Elm Lobos (6A) -- 21-2 // 4-0 in 5-6A
3. Frisco Heritage Coyotes (5A) -- 18-2 // 4-0 in 11-5A
4. Birdville Hawks (5A) -- 20-3 // 3-0 in 6-5A
5. Mansfield Summit Jaguars (5A) -- 18-5 // 5-0 in 8-5A
6. Red Oak Hawks (5A) -- 17-5 // 4-0 in 15-5A
7. Allen Eagles (6A) -- 14-4 // 6-1 in 6-6A
8. Lancaster Tigers (6A) -- 13-8 // 4-0 in 11-6A
9. Denton Guyer Wildcats (6A) -- 16-5 // 3-1 in 5-6A
10. Dallas Carter Cowboys (4A) -- 15-6 // 4-0 in 11-4A
Others to Watch: Duncanville Panthers (11-6A), Frisco Memorial Warriors (11-5A), Denton Broncos (6-5A), South Grand Prairie Warriors (8-6A), Mansfield Timberview Wolves (8-5A), McKinney Lions (6-6A), Plano East Panthers (6-6A), Mansfield Tigers (3-6A)
As district races begin to settle into rhythm, the latest VYPE combined girls basketball rankings reflect a landscape defined by momentum rather than margin. The second half of league play has arrived with contenders asserting themselves, challengers closing ground, and little room for complacency as postseason positioning quietly comes into focus.
Defending 5A Division I state champion Denton Ryan has surged to the top of the rankings, backing up its lofty status with a 24–4 overall mark and an unblemished district start. A recent statement win over fellow heavyweight Argyle further solidified the Raiders’ standing, though the Eagles remain firmly in the mix as one of the area’s most battle-tested groups.
In Class 6A, Lancaster continues to stand on business, navigating a demanding slate without a stumble thus far. North Crowley has followed a similar script, while Southlake Carroll’s résumé remains among the most intriguing. The Dragons’ lone loss came against Argyle, but the rest of their body of work suggests a group capable of replicating their four-round playoff run from 2024.
Plano East, quietly perfect in district play, looms as a team no opponent should overlook as the calendar flips toward February. Meanwhile, Decatur has hardly skipped a beat since claiming last year’s 4A Division I crown, riding an extended winning streak and asserting itself once again as the standard in its classification.
Elsewhere in 5A, Walnut Grove, Highland Park, and Wakeland round out a crowded field of early headliners, each positioning itself as district play intensifies. With plenty still to be decided, the current rankings offer a telling snapshot of a race that figures to tighten before it breaks open.
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VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A-4A) Top-10 Girls Basketball Rankings -- January 2026
1. Denton Ryan Raiders (5A) -- 24-4 // 5-0 in 6-5A
2. Argyle Eagles (5A) -- 22-4 // 4-1 in District 6-5A
3. Lancaster Tigers (6A) -- 20-4 // 6-0 in 11-6A
4. North Crowley Panthers (6A) -- 19-4 // 5-0 in 3-6A
5. Decatur Eagles (4A) -- 23-4 // 6-0 in 7-4A
6. Southlake Carroll Dragons (6A) -- 23-1 // 9-0 in 4-6A
7. Walnut Grove Wildcats (5A) -- 22-5 // 6-0 in 9-5A
8. Plano East Panthers (6A) -- 21-7 // 9-0 in 6-6A
9. Highland Park Scots (5A) -- 18-7 // 6-0 in 12-5A
10. Wakeland Wolverines (5A) -- 22-5 // 5-1 in 12-5A
Others to Watch: Flower Mound Jaguars (5-6A), Duncanville Pantherettes (11-6A), Aledo Bearcats (5-5A), Marcus Marauders (5-6A), Cedar Hill Longhorns (11-6A), Lincoln Tigers (11-4A), Lone Star Rangers (12-5A), Lovejoy Leopards (9-5A), Byron Nelson Bobcats (4-6A), Coppell Cowgirls (5-6A)
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With another football season in the books, it's time for fans to choose who they believe deserves the honor of being named the 2025 VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Football Defensive Player of the Year -- PRIVATE SCHOOL edition! Make sure to get your vote in!
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