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THE TIER LIST: VYPE DFW Baseball Rankings entering district-play; Boswell, Aledo making waves
In what feels like the blink of an eye, Texas high school baseball has moved past the tournament stage and into the heart of district play.
Since the preseason rankings, the Dallas-Fort Worth landscape has shifted, proving just how unpredictable this season can be.
Leading the charge is Boswell, which has surged from No. 7 to the top spot after an outstanding 15-1 start, ranking third overall in Texas, according to MaxPreps.
Still riding high is Grapevine (13-2), the reigning UIL-5A State Champion, which looks primed for another deep playoff run.
Keller (14-3) and Southlake Carroll (12-3-1) continues to be powerhouses, while Flower Mound (12-5), a 2024 State Semifinalist, remains a major threat.
Aledo has been one of the biggest surprises, racing to a 12-4 record with a 2-0 start in district play.
With key matchups ahead and district rivalries heating up, here’s a look at VYPE’s updated rankings for the top teams in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
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*Parentheses indicates current district
*Last section indicates current overall record; district record
VYPE DALLAS-FORT WORTH BASEBALL TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
1. Boswell Pioneers (3-6A) -- 15-1; 2-0 in District
2. Grapevine Mustangs (6-5A) -- 13-2; 1-0
3. Keller Indians (4-6A) -- 14-3; 1-1
4. Southlake Carroll Dragons (4-6A) -- 12-3-1; 2-0
5. Aledo Bearcats (5-5A) -- 12-4; 2-0
6. Flower Mound Jaguars (5-6A) -- 12-5; 2-0
7. Wylie Pirates (9-6A) -- 14-6; 5-1
8. Rockwall Yellowjackets (10-6A) -- 14-3; 1-1
9. FM Marcus Marauders (5-6A) -- 12-4; 2-0
10. Sachse Mustangs (9-6A) -- 12-4-1; 4-1
Honorable Mentions: Byron Nelson (4-6A), Lucas Lovejoy (9-5A), Argyle (6-5A), Prosper (6-6A), Rowlett (9-6A), Royse City (10-6A), Timber Creek (4-6A), MacArthur (7-6A), Melissa (9-5A), Graham (6-4A), Rockwall-Heath (10-6A)
THE TIER LIST: VYPE DFW Preseason Baseball Rankings; Grapevine, FMHS among early favorites
Despite what the weather might suggest, the spring edition of the UIL calendar has officially arrived, marking the midpoint of February.
With fans heading back to the ballpark, a new season of intrigue begins, and the race to Dell Diamond is underway.
In the Dallas-Fort Worth area, our early predictions favor the Grapevine Mustangs. Coming off a historic season in which they secured their second UIL-5A State Championship (the first since 2016), Grapevine enters 2025 with high expectations.
Just behind them are the Lucas Lovejoy Leopards, who made program history last spring by reaching the 5A Final for the first time in their 18-year existence. With a roster loaded with returning talent, Lovejoy is poised to make another deep postseason run.
Flower Mound, aiming for a third consecutive State Tournament appearance, is another contender to watch. Meanwhile, Rockwall-Heath (2021 State Champions) and Southlake Carroll (2022) are eager to reclaim their respective titles.
In addition, programs like Argyle, Boswell, and Rockwall round out the list of preseason heavyweights.
As we look ahead to another thrilling season on the diamond, here are VYPE’s top teams to watch as the 2025 season begins.
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*Parentheses indicates current district
*Last section indicates 2024 result
VYPE DALLAS-FORT WORTH BASEBALL TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
1. Grapevine Mustangs (6-5A) -- 40-5; 13-1 in District (UIL-5A State Champions)
2. Lucas Lovejoy Leopards (9-5A) -- 30-8-2; 12-0 (UIL-5A State Runner-Up)
3. Flower Mound Jaguars (5-6A) -- 40-6; 14-0 (State Semifinalists)
4. Rockwall-Heath Hawks (10-6A) -- 34-9; 12-0 (Regional Semifinalists)
5. Southlake Carroll Dragons (4-6A) -- 26-13; 8-4 (Regional Quarterfinalists)
6. Argyle Eagles (6-5A) -- 29-9; 11-3 (Regional Finalists)
7. Boswell Pioneers (3-6A) -- 32-8; 14-0 (Regional Semifinalists)
8. Rockwall Yellowjackets (10-6A) -- 27-12-2; 7-5 (Regional Semifinalists)
9. Pearce Mustangs (7-6A) -- 30-19; 15-1 (Regional Finalists)
10. Forney Jackrabbits (10-6A) -- 31-13-1; 9-3 (Regional Finalists)
Honorable Mentions: Prosper (6-6A), Frisco (11-5A), Keller (4-6A), Lone Star (12-5A), Mansfield Legacy (3-6A), Benbrook (8-4A), Aledo (5-5A), Allen (6-6A), Walnut Grove (9-5A)