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THE STATUS: VYPE DFW Basketball Rankings in second round of district play; D'Ville, Guyer hit their stride
As the season enters its most vital stretch, teams across the Dallas-Fort Worth area are jockeying for position in the second half of their district schedules. With playoff spots on the line, the intensity is rising as programs battle for a spot in the postseason.
Allen continues to reign supreme as the city’s top team, holding a nearly perfect 23-1 record. Their explosive offense has proven nearly unstoppable, making them the clear frontrunner in the area.
Close behind, Lake Ridge (25-2; 5-0 in district) remains a force to be reckoned with, holding a slim lead over district rivals North Crowley and Crowley in the competitive 3-6A district.
Meanwhile, Duncanville and Denton Guyer have risen in the rankings after impressive performances against tough competition over the past couple of weeks. Both teams have shown they can hang with the best, positioning themselves well for the remainder of the season.
In the 5A classification, Mansfield Summit and Frisco Heritage are making waves, with each riding a hot streak that’s turned heads in recent weeks. Meanwhile, Dallas Kimball continues to dominate in Class 4A, holding firm as one of the top programs in the area.
With district races heating up and playoff spots hanging in the balance, it’s clear that these teams—and a few others—are setting the stage for an exciting finish to the season.
Let’s take a closer look at the most notable programs in DFW as they look to make their mark in the crucial weeks ahead.
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*Parentheses indicates the team's district
*Last section indicates current overall record/district record
VYPE DFW BOYS TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
1. Allen Eagles (6-6A) -- 23-1; 9-0
2. Lake Ridge Eagles (3-6A) -- 25-2; 5-0
3. Denton Guyer Wildcats (5-6A) -- 21-6; 5-1
4. Duncanville Panthers (11-6A) -- 13-6; 5-0
5. Lancaster Tigers (11-6A) -- 18-5; 4-1
6. North Crowley Panthers (3-6A) -- 22-4; 4-1
7. Plano East Panthers (6-6A) -- 19-4; 7-2
8. Mansfield Summit Jaguars (8-5A) -- 19-6; 5-0
9. Frisco Heritage Coyotes (11-5A) -- 20-4; 6-0
10. Dallas Kimball Knights (11-4A) -- 14-5; 6-0
Honorable Mentions: Birdville (6-5A), Plano West (6-6A), Crowley (3-6A), Dallas Carter (11-4A), Marcus (5-6A), Lake Highlands (7-6A), Prosper (6-6A), Little Elm (5-6A), Highland Park (12-5A), Timberview (8-5A)
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Greatness Loading: Dallas Kimball Knights Ready for Competition
Winning the whole thing last season, Dallas Kimball is as determined as ever to secure another state title. Before they can do that, though, they must take on the rest of their regular season schedule. VYPE DFW dives into the team:
Last season, Dallas Kimball lost only two games while outscoring their opponents by nearly 1,000 points combined on the season. Prepared for excellence, the team went 32-2 overall while also going undefeated in district play (16-0) to finish at the top of their district standings. With victories over the likes of Fort Bend Marshall, Brennan, South Oak Cliff, Dallas Hillcrest, Dallas Adamson, Dallas Wilson, and more, the Knights made their road to the playoffs look like a cakewalk. Once in the playoffs, the team took out Mesquite Poteet, Frisco Heritage, W.T. White, Red Oak, Lancaster, Veterans Memorial, and eventually Ellison to secure the program's first state title in 14 tournament appearances.
Led by Jaylon Dean-Vines, Marri Wickware, Lance Carr, Kayden Gray, Jonah Brandon, Tra'vion Rhinehart, and others, this Knights squad is back in action and ready to secure more victories this season. Having been to the state tournament in back-to-back seasons (2021, '22) and winning last season, it's safe to say that one of the team's goals is getting right back to where they were. On track to do just that, the team has already posted a 3-1 record in district play. With an intense showdown against DeSoto on 12/27 in tournament play, the team doesn't return to district action until after the new year. Be sure to catch them on the court this season as they look down the road to playoffs.