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THE STATUS: VYPE DFW Hoops Rankings in the regular season's final stages; Lancaster, Marcus ascend
With only a few games left in the regular season, several district races in the Dallas-Fort Worth area remain tight.
Notable shifts have occurred in our rankings since two weeks ago, though Allen (26-1; 12-0 in district) and Lake Ridge (28-2; 8-0) continue to hold firm at the top.
However, Lancaster (22-5; 8-1) has made significant progress, climbing into the Top-3 after their 68-60 win over district rival Duncanville.
Just behind them, North Crowley (24-5) is looking to close out their district slate with strong performances, maintaining momentum for the postseason.
Meanwhile, Flower Mound Marcus makes its debut in the DFW Top-10 following a dramatic 53-51 win over Denton Guyer last week.
As the regular season draws to a close and the playoffs approach, teams will be competing for position. Here’s an updated look of the area’s top basketball programs.
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*Parentheses indicates the team's district
*Last section indicates current overall record/district record
*Records are from before games taking place on 1/31
VYPE DFW BOYS TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
1. Allen Eagles (6-6A) -- 26-1; 12-0
2. Lake Ridge Eagles (3-6A) -- 28-2; 8-0
3. Lancaster Tigers (11-6A) -- 22-5; 8-1
4. North Crowley Panthers (3-6A) -- 24-5; 6-2
5. Duncanville Panthers (11-6A) -- 16-7; 8-1
6. Plano East Panthers (6-6A) -- 22-4; 10-2
7. FM Marcus Marauders (5-6A) -- 22-7; 8-2
8. Denton Guyer Wildcats (5-6A) -- 24-7; 8-2
9. Mansfield Summit Jaguars (8-5A) -- 23-6; 9-0
10. Frisco Heritage Coyotes (11-5A) -- 24-4; 10-0
Honorable Mentions: Birdville (6-5A), Plano West (6-6A), Crowley (3-6A), Dallas Carter (11-4A), Lake Highlands (7-6A), Prosper (6-6A), Little Elm (5-6A), Highland Park (12-5A), Timberview (8-5A)
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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