For this episode of Behind the Playbook, Joshua Koch is joined by Clear Lake head coach Larry McRae. Cocach McRae talks about his team and what you can expect from his squad this season.
The stars of 2025-26 Bridgeland Softball
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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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Barbers Hill Eagles
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*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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