The stars of 2025-26 Tomball Baseball
While Atascocita and Kingwood continue to meet expectations, Cy Woods (17–2), Katy (17–2–1), Cy Ranch (16–3–1), and Strake Jesuit (14–3–1) have propelled into the Top 10. Meanwhile, Magnolia West (14–5), Bridgeland (14–5–1), Klein Oak (16–4), Grand Oaks (14–4–2), Clear Creek (14–4), and Tompkins (12–6–2) have quickly reasserted themselves as formidable challengers.
That said, let’s get right into it.
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Matt Powell (VYPE)
*Second section denotes current record according to txhighschoolbaseball.com and/or MaxPreps
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VYPE Houston Combined (6A-4A) Top-25 Baseball Rankings -- End of March 2026 (Early District Schedule)
1. Tomball Cougars (6A) -- 19-0-1 // 3-0 in District 15-6A
2. Atascocita Eagles (6A) -- 16-3 // 3-0 in 23-6A
3. Cypress Woods Wildcats (6A) -- 17-2 // 3-0 in 16-6A
4. Kingwood Mustangs (6A) -- 13-6-1 // 3-0 in 23-6A
5. Katy Tigers (6A) -- 17-2-1 // 5-1 in 19-6A
6. Cypress Ranch Mustangs (6A) -- 16-3-1 // 3-0 in 16-6A
7. Strake Jesuit Crusaders (6A) -- 14-3-1 // 1-0 in 20-6A
8. Katy Taylor Mustangs (6A) -- 16-4-1 // 5-1 in 19-6A
9. Barbers Hill Eagles (5A) -- 18-3 // 3-0 in 19-5A
10. Memorial Mustangs (6A) -- 12-6 // 2-1 in 17-6A
11. Magnolia West Mustangs (6A) -- 14-5 // 3-2 in 15-6A
12. The Woodlands Highlanders (6A) -- 15-5-1 // 5-1 in 13-6A
13. Kingwood Park Panthers (5A) -- 10-8-2 // 1-0 in 18-5A
14. Bridgeland Bears (6A) -- 14-5-1 // 3-0 in 16-6A
15. Klein Oak Panthers (6A) -- 16-4 // 6-0 in 15-6A
16. Pearland Oilers (6A) -- 15-6-1 // 6-0 in 22-6A
17. Grand Oaks Grizzlies (6A) -- 14-4-2 // 5-1 in 13-6A
18. Clear Creek Wildcats (6A) -- 14-4 // 2-1 in 24-6A
19. Tompkins Falcons (6A) -- 12-6-2 // 4-0 in 19-6A
20. Montgomery Bears (5A) -- 11-7-1 // 1-0 in 17-5A
21. Oak Ridge War Eagles (6A) -- 11-7 // 6-0 in 13-6A
22. Friendswood Mustangs (5A) -- 11-7 // 2-0 in 20-5A
23. Ridge Point Panthers (6A) -- 10-7-2 // 3-0 in 21-6A
24. Summer Creek Bulldogs (6A) -- 9-6-2 // 2-1 in 23-6A
25. Dobie Longhorns (6A) -- 12-5 // 3-1 in 22-6A
Others to Watch: Aldine Mustangs (14-6A), Crosby Cougars (18-5A), Cy-Fair Bobcats (17-6A), Clear Lake Falcons (24-6A), Iowa Colony Pioneers (20-5A), Santa Fe Indians (20-5A), Lake Creek Lions (17-5A), George Ranch Longhorns (20-6A), Cinco Ranch Cougars (19-6A), Stratford Spartans (17-6A), Clements Rangers (21-6A), Lamar Texans (18-6A), La Porte Bulldogs (20-5A)
The stars of 2025-26 Bridgeland Softball
Bridgeland, meanwhile, has proven it deserves more than a “team to watch” designation. The Bears have surged to an 18–4 record, climbing into the Top 10 after a meteoric rise.
Summer Creek is making noise as well. Their recent 5–3 win over Kingwood, fueled by a late-inning surge, sends a clear message: the Bulldogs are a serious contender. Kingwood, however, remains resilient and will have opportunities to respond as the spring progresses.
Tomball (15–3) continues to meet—and perhaps exceed—expectations, while La Porte (13–3), Pearland (20–4), Deer Park (13–7), Friendswood (15–5), and Needville (21–2) have all earned attention with strong campaigns.
With midseason clarity now emerging, the temperature on Houston-area softball is rising—and the road to the playoffs promises more drama and surprises.
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Dana Strange (VYPE/Phlox Photography)
*Second section denotes current record according to MaxPreps
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VYPE Houston Combined (6A-4A) Top-25 Softball Rankings -- End of March 2026 (Midway through District)
1. Barbers Hill Eagles (5A) -- 22-3 // 6-0 in District 19-5A
2. Lake Creek Lions (5A) -- 21-1 // 5-0 in 17-5A
3. Summer Creek Bulldogs (6A) -- 15-2 // 5-0 in 23-6A
4. Kingwood Mustangs (6A) -- 21-3 // 5-1 in 23-6A
5. Katy Tigers (6A) -- 19-5 // 6-1 in 19-6A
6. Tomball Cougars (6A) -- 15-3 // 8-0 in 15-6A
7. Bridgeland Bears (6A) -- 18-4 // 5-0 in 16-6A
8. La Porte Bulldogs (5A) -- 13-3 // 4-1 in 20-5A
9. Pearland Oilers (6A) -- 20-4 // 8-0 in 22-6A
10. Clear Springs Chargers (6A) -- 17-8 // 4-1 in 24-6A
11. Atascocita Eagles (6A) -- 15-7 // 4-2 in 23-6A
12. Katy Jordan Warriors (6A) -- 14-3 // 6-1 in 19-6A
13. Deer Park Deer (6A) -- 13-7 // 4-1 in 24-6A
14. Liberty Panthers (4A) -- 20-6 // 4-0 in 19-4A
15. Friendswood Mustangs (5A) -- 15-5 // 3-1 in 20-5A
16. Needville Bluejays (4A) -- 21-2 // 4-0 in 29-4A
17. Foster Falcons (6A) -- 14-7 // 2-0 in 20-6A
18. Oak Ridge War Eagles (6A) -- 14-9 // 4-2 in 13-6A
19. Cypress Ranch Mustangs (6A) -- 16-5-1 // 4-1 in 16-6A
20. Santa Fe Indians (5A) -- 18-5 // 2-2 in 20-5A
21. Klein Oak Panthers (6A) -- 16-5 // 5-3 in 15-6A
22. Clear Creek Wildcats (6A) -- 12-5 // 5-3 in 24-6A
23. Willis Wildkats (6A) -- 17-6 // 6-1 in 13-6A
24. Kingwood Park Panthers (5A) -- 15-7 // 4-0 in 18-5A
25. Conroe Tigers (6A) -- 14-6 // 4-2 in 13-6A
Others to Watch: Paetow Panthers (19-6A), Grand Oaks Grizzlies (13-6A), Magnolia Bulldogs (15-6A), Hargrave Falcons (19-4A), Clear Lake Falcons (24-6A), Ridge Point Panthers (21-6A), Dobie Longhorns (22-6A), Cy-Fair Bobcats (17-6A), Cypress Woods Wildcats (16-6A), Fort Bend Travis Tigers (21-6A), Angleton Wildcats (20-5A), Langham Creek Lobos (16-6A), Montgomery Bears (17-5A), Crosby Cougars (18-5A), Memorial Mustangs (17-6A)
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