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FIELD REPORT: Updated VYPE Houston Baseball Rankings — Tomball climbs to No. 1 as a wave of teams surge
The region’s volatility has been evident at the ballpark all season.
Though perennial powerhouse Tomball was already on everyone’s radar on opening day, its 19-0-1 start is no less impressive. In the process, the Cougars have ascended to the consensus top-ranked spot in Space City.
While Atascocita and Kingwood continue to meet expectations, Cy Woods (17–2), Katy (17–2–1), Cy Ranch (16–3–1), and Strake Jesuit (14–3–1) have propelled into the Top 10. Meanwhile, Magnolia West (14–5), Bridgeland (14–5–1), Klein Oak (16–4), Grand Oaks (14–4–2), Clear Creek (14–4), and Tompkins (12–6–2) have quickly reasserted themselves as formidable challengers.
That said, let’s get right into it.
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*Second section denotes current record according to txhighschoolbaseball.com and/or MaxPreps
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VYPE Houston Combined (6A-4A) Top-25 Baseball Rankings -- End of March 2026 (Early District Schedule)
1. Tomball Cougars (6A) -- 19-0-1 // 3-0 in District 15-6A
2. Atascocita Eagles (6A) -- 16-3 // 3-0 in 23-6A
3. Cypress Woods Wildcats (6A) -- 17-2 // 3-0 in 16-6A
4. Kingwood Mustangs (6A) -- 13-6-1 // 3-0 in 23-6A
5. Katy Tigers (6A) -- 17-2-1 // 5-1 in 19-6A
6. Cypress Ranch Mustangs (6A) -- 16-3-1 // 3-0 in 16-6A
7. Strake Jesuit Crusaders (6A) -- 14-3-1 // 1-0 in 20-6A
8. Katy Taylor Mustangs (6A) -- 16-4-1 // 5-1 in 19-6A
9. Barbers Hill Eagles (5A) -- 18-3 // 3-0 in 19-5A
10. Memorial Mustangs (6A) -- 12-6 // 2-1 in 17-6A
11. Magnolia West Mustangs (6A) -- 14-5 // 3-2 in 15-6A
12. The Woodlands Highlanders (6A) -- 15-5-1 // 5-1 in 13-6A
13. Kingwood Park Panthers (5A) -- 10-8-2 // 1-0 in 18-5A
14. Bridgeland Bears (6A) -- 14-5-1 // 3-0 in 16-6A
15. Klein Oak Panthers (6A) -- 16-4 // 6-0 in 15-6A
16. Pearland Oilers (6A) -- 15-6-1 // 6-0 in 22-6A
17. Grand Oaks Grizzlies (6A) -- 14-4-2 // 5-1 in 13-6A
18. Clear Creek Wildcats (6A) -- 14-4 // 2-1 in 24-6A
19. Tompkins Falcons (6A) -- 12-6-2 // 4-0 in 19-6A
20. Montgomery Bears (5A) -- 11-7-1 // 1-0 in 17-5A
21. Oak Ridge War Eagles (6A) -- 11-7 // 6-0 in 13-6A
22. Friendswood Mustangs (5A) -- 11-7 // 2-0 in 20-5A
23. Ridge Point Panthers (6A) -- 10-7-2 // 3-0 in 21-6A
24. Summer Creek Bulldogs (6A) -- 9-6-2 // 2-1 in 23-6A
25. Dobie Longhorns (6A) -- 12-5 // 3-1 in 22-6A
Others to Watch: Aldine Mustangs (14-6A), Crosby Cougars (18-5A), Cy-Fair Bobcats (17-6A), Clear Lake Falcons (24-6A), Iowa Colony Pioneers (20-5A), Santa Fe Indians (20-5A), Lake Creek Lions (17-5A), George Ranch Longhorns (20-6A), Cinco Ranch Cougars (19-6A), Stratford Spartans (17-6A), Clements Rangers (21-6A), Lamar Texans (18-6A), La Porte Bulldogs (20-5A)
DIRTBOYS: Magnolia West Ready To Do Damage In First Year In 6A
Despite a slow start to the season, largely due to injuries, the Mustangs found their groove as playoff time approached and never looked back. After capturing the 5A Title in 2023, Mag West would end up reaching the State Semis for the second time in program history last June.
Unfortunately, their hopes for a repeat were dashed by Lovejoy in a 4-0 loss. Now, as the Dirt Boys ascend to District 15-6A in the realignment, they’ll face new competition, including defending State Champions Tomball, as well as Klein Cain, Klein Oak, Klein Collins, and others.
It won’t take long for coach Travis Earles and his team to make their presence felt, thanks to a roster brimming with talent. Baylor-commit Caldwell McFaddin returns to lead the batting order and will anchor the infield from third base.
He’ll be joined by junior shortstop Lukas Huff. The outfield will feature a rotation of seniors Cody Palacios (San Jacinto JC), Carson Dunaway, Cooper Wilkinson, and Carson Parker. On the mound, senior Nolan Cruz is expected to take on a leading role this spring.









































