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BIG TICKET: 10 Can't-Miss DFW Games
Week 4 brings a loaded slate across North Texas, with several heavyweight matchups, district openers and unbeaten teams colliding.
Here are the 10 games you need to have on your radar this week.
Allen at Prosper
Thursday, Sept. 17 | Children’s Health Stadium
The battle of the 3-0 Eagles vs. the 3-0 Eagles.
Allen has already navigated a daunting schedule, picking up wins over Duncanville, DeSoto and Southlake Carroll. Prosper has been just as impressive, dispatching Rockwall, North Forney and Austin Westlake — the latter in a wild 49-40 win last week.
Allen exploded for 701 yards of offense last week, led by highly touted quarterback Ty Snell, who threw for 305 yards. Something has to give in this battle of unbeaten powers.
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Southlake Carroll vs. Keller Central
Thursday, Sept. 17 | Keller ISD Athletic Complex
For the first time in 26 years, Southlake Carroll sits at 1-2.
The Dragons now have what appears to be a favorable matchup on paper — or computer screen — against a Keller Central team they have dominated historically. Carroll is 14-0 against the Chargers since 2006.
But this isn't the same Keller Central team. The Chargers enter district play 3-0, and if there was ever a year to challenge Carroll, this could be it.
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Lucas Lovejoy vs. Fort Worth All Saints Episcopal
Thursday, Sept. 17 | McNair Stadium
Two legendary coaches with state championship resumes go head-to-head as Todd Dodge brings Lucas Lovejoy to Fort Worth to face Aaron Beck and All Saints.
Lovejoy is 3-0, while All Saints enters at 3-1 and is loaded with Division I talent. Leading the way is sophomore Noah Tarrant, the No. 1 tight end in the Class of 2029 and a nationally ranked prospect.
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DeSoto at Burleson Centennial
Friday, Sept. 18 | Burleson ISD Stadium
The defending Class 6A Division II state champion Eagles finally have a win under their belt.
DeSoto knocked off Duncanville 21-20 on Saturday and now opens District 8-5A Division I play against a Burleson Centennial team sitting at 3-0.
The Spartans are coming off a 4-7 season in 2025 but have made impressive progress early this year. DeSoto is turning to SaRod Baker at quarterback, hoping the move can spark a team that enters district play at 1-2.
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Highland Park at Argyle
Friday, Sept. 18 | Argyle ISD Stadium
Argyle is settling into its new home.
The Eagles picked up their second win at the new $27 million stadium last week, dispatching Somerset Academy from North Las Vegas, Nevada.
Highland Park enters at 1-2 after earning its first win of the season. The Scots also have plenty of momentum behind quarterback Buck Randall, who recently passed Matthew Stafford's all-time passing record at Highland Park.
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Mansfield Lake Ridge at Waxahachie
Friday, Sept. 18 | Lumpkins Stadium
The No. 1-ranked Waxahachie Indians survived a thriller against Denton Guyer last week, pulling away for a 44-30 victory.
The game looked destined for a 37-37 tie before a scoop-and-score in the final minute turned it into a two-score win.
Now the Indians welcome a Lake Ridge team that has been putting points on the board. The Eagles have scored 47 and 44 points in their last two games — and won both.
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North Crowley at Duncanville
Friday, Sept. 18
Two of the premier Class 6A Division I programs in Texas meet again.
Duncanville won the state championship in 2023, North Crowley captured the crown in 2024 and Duncanville returned to the state final last season, falling by three points.
Duncanville owns a 3-1 record against North Crowley, but the Panthers won the most recent meeting in the 2024 state semifinals.
Duncanville dropped to 1-2 after a blocked field goal ended its comeback bid against DeSoto on Saturday. North Crowley, meanwhile, remains perfect at 3-0 following a win over Humble Summer Creek.
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Plano John Paul II vs. Dallas Parish Episcopal
Friday, Sept. 18 | Gloria H. Snyder Stadium
The TAPPS Division I District 1 matchup features two teams looking to bounce back.
Parish Episcopal enters at 2-2 after a loss to San Antonio Cornerstone last week. Panthers quarterback Logan Lucero has thrown for 812 yards through four games and could surpass the 1,000-yard mark in this one.
John Paul II has dropped two straight and is 0-1 in district play following a loss to Dallas Bishop Lynch.
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Garland Naaman Forest at Denton
Friday, Sept. 18 | C.H. Collins Athletic Complex
An intriguing District 6-5A Division I matchup pits 3-0 Denton against 2-1 Naaman Forest.
The Rangers were a Class 6A playoff team last season before falling to Forney in the first round. Denton went 4-6 in 2025 and has made just one playoff appearance in the past eight years.
A win here would give the Broncos an impressive early-season statement.
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Mesquite Horn at Rockwall
Friday, Sept. 18 | Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium
Rockwall opens District 10-6A play with a chance to make it three straight wins.
After dropping its opener to Prosper, Rockwall has responded with back-to-back victories, including a shootout win over No. 7 Melissa last week. Melissa reached the Class 5A Division II semifinals last season.
Rockwall is now 2-1 and already halfway to its 2025 win total.
Mesquite Horn enters at 0-3 for the first time since 2021. Interestingly, the last time the Jaguars started 0-4, they went on to reach the regional semifinals and finished 5-8.
Week 4 is loaded. Buckle up.
DFW Battle for State: Frisco Liberty and Mansfield Timberview go head to head for UIL Class 5A State Title
It an all-DFW battle for the UIL Class 5A State Title as Frisco Liberty and Mansfield Timberview prepare to go head-to-head on Saturday, March 2nd. Both teams have worked hard to make it this far and have no plans on slowing down when it comes to the state championship game. VYPE DFW takes a look at what fans can expect from these two prolific programs.
Frisco Liberty Lady Redhawks (32-7)
The Lady Redhawks showcased an incredible season this year. With a 32-7 overall record, the team continues to utilize every opportunity that is afforded to them. Coming into the state tournament as the reigning champions might have been something that put a target on Frisco Liberty's back, but the squad showed no signs of hesitation as it took on Richmond Randle in a semifinal showdown. Led by head coach Ross Reedy and assistant coaches Mykaela Alfred, Jayci Morton, and Taylor Ruesch, Frisco Liberty entered their sixth tournament appearance with a dominating 66-37 victory over Randle. Looking to go back-to-back and secure what would be their fourth state title, this team is ready to get the job done against Mansfield Timberview.
Mansfield Timberview Lady Wolves (39-1)
The Lady Wolves have had a prolific season so far-- dropping only a single game the entire year. Led by head coach Kit Kyle Martin and assistant coaches Gabe Hicks, Karen Lee, Jeremy Walker, and Barbara Weary, this squad has remained nearly unblemished from the start. Also entering their sixth tournament appearance, this squad is looking to secure the program's second title-- first in over a decade when the team won it all in 2010. Posting a huge victory (67-45) over Cedar Park in the semifinal match, this team is ready to take on any challenge that may come their way against Frisco Liberty on Saturday.
What To Expect
Keyera Roseby, Aaliyah Williams, Judith Aluga, Natalia Soto, Kathryn Murphy, and others are prepared to go the distance for Frisco Liberty in the state title pairing. Lady Redhawks fans can expect a fast-paced team entering the court with the drive and determination to finish their season strong. On the other end of the ball, though, stands the likes of Tamaiya Mims, Kamryn Wilson, Faith McClellan, Jada James, Kyndal Underwood, and more ready to put in the same fire for the Lady Wolves These teams have both shown their ability to remain consistent through every play making this game one of the matches in the UIL Girls Basketball State Tournament no high school basketball lover is going to want to miss.
Tip-off is set for 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 2nd at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas!