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THE STATUS: VYPE DFW Girls Basketball Rankings with district titles on the line; SGP, D'Ville elevate
As we pass the midpoint of district play, the race for respective playoff seeding across the state has reached its pinnacle.
However, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, the battle for supremacy seems especially tight, with margins between teams growing ever smaller. It’s no surprise, given that this region has long been home to some of the finest high school girls’ basketball programs in the state.
In our updated composite rankings, Boswell remains in the top spot. The Pioneers are perfect in district play (8-0) and sport an impressive 28-2 overall record, firmly establishing themselves as a powerhouse.
Right behind them is Denton Guyer, with a 24-3 record and a 7-1 mark in district. The Wildcats have the distinction of being the only team in Texas to have defeated Boswell this season, taking down the Pioneers 54-51 on December 3.
The District 5-6A race, however, remains far from decided, as Braswell and Flower Mound are right on Guyer’s heels, setting the stage for an enticing photo finish.
Meanwhile, defending UIL-6A State Champions, Duncanville, are finding their stride as the season progresses. With a solid 20-5 record, they’re well on their way to securing yet another District 11-6A title.
South Grand Prairie, last year’s 6A runners-up, are also back on track, sporting a 21-6 record and an undefeated 8-0 district mark, signaling their intent for another deep postseason run.
In addition, Argyle and Wakeland continue to lead the charge in Class 5A, while Lincoln and Glen Rose remain formidable forces in 4A.
With the stakes higher than ever, it’s a thrilling time for DFW girls high school hoops. Check out our full rankings for all the latest movements and what’s at stake as the postseason approaches.
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*Parentheses indicates the team's district
*Last section indicates current overall record/district record
VYPE DFW GIRLS TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
1. Boswell Pioneers (3-6A) -- 28-2; 7-0
2. Denton Guyer Wildcats (5-6A) -- 24-3; 7-1
3. Duncanville Pantherettes (11-6A) -- 20-5; 7-0
4. Lincoln Tigers (11-4A) -- 27-2; 8-0
5. Braswell Bengals (5-6A) -- 26-2; 7-1
6. Flower Mound Jaguars (5-6A) -- 25-2; 6-2
7. Argyle Eagles (6-5A) -- 25-4; 7-0
8. Glen Rose Tigers (6-4A) -- 26-2; 4-0
9. South Grand Prairie Warriors (8-6A) -- 21-6; 8-0
10. Wakeland Wolverines (12-5A) -- 23-5; 8-0
Honorable Mentions: Cedar Hill (11-6A), Decatur (7-4A), Prosper (6-6A), Lancaster (11-6A), Garland Sachse (9-6A), North Crowley (3-6A), Sunnyvale (13-4A), Mansfield Summit (8-5A), Denton Ryan (6-5A)
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THE PERENNIAL POWER: Lincoln maintaining degree of traditional excellence in 2024
When it comes to Texas high school girls hoops, there are few teams more consistent than Lincoln.
Similar to Duncanville in UIL-6A (4 championships since 2015), the Tigers are always in the conversation within Class 4A, evidenced by their 16 state tournament appearances over the past 34 seasons -- claiming three titles over that span.
That trend continues to this day, and then some, as Coach Ashley Greer and company have enjoyed a perfect 23-0 start to the winter, while they currently compete in the Sandra Meadows Classic.
The 2023 District 13-4A MVP, Ar'Jayla Elder (Jr. G), headlines the high-octane Lincoln offense, averaging just over 14 points per game.
Naturally, this has paid dividends for a group that now seeks to dominate 11-4A, following the UIL realignment this past off-season.
Of course, she's not alone.
Fellow returning starter T'Anna Saddler contributes roughly 9 points and 3 assists per contest, while adding a significant rebounding and defensive presence with her 6-foot-1 frame.
Meanwhile, newcomer Lanae Dallas has wasted no time in establishing herself within the team's ranks, as the freshman is averaging over 11 points an outing.
If that isn't enough to hurt the opposition, sophomore Jada Patterson (8 ppg), as well as seniors Grace Spencer (9 ppg, 2 rpg) and Sy'Niyah Gulley (5 ppg, 1 rpg) are more than capable of making a difference.
Lincoln reached the State Semis a year ago, where they fell 65-60 in a double-overtime heart-breaker against eventual champion Waco La Vega.
Suffice it to say, the No. 2 team in our updated rankings would love to return the favor down the line
As is the case every season, the Tigers will have their sights set on reaching the Alamodome. If all goes according to plan, they'll secure the program's first state crown since 2008.