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The Whataburger Team of the Year: Lake Creek Lions defend State Title
The Lake Creek Lions were named the VYPE Whataburger Team of the Year after capturing their fourth UIL State Championship in Austin. Coached by Candyce Carter, the Lions defeated the Fort Worth Brewer Lady Bears 6-5 in a thrilling 5A Division II title matchup, closing their impressive season with a 40-1 record.
The Lions' championship run included stellar performances from standouts like Madalyn Davis and pitcher Sara Wiggins. This recent title win marks an incredible stretch for the Lake Creek softball program, claiming four of the last five 5A state championships.
What will they do for an encore in 2027?
The Whataburger Boys Team of the Year: North Shore back on top of Texas football world
The North Shore Mustangs earned the Whataburger Team of the Year honors from VYPE after winning their sixth UIL State Championship in December 2025 by defeating Duncanville.
The VYPE honor recognized the Mustangs' incredible playoff run under head coach Willie Gaston, which culminated in another state banner for the program.
After dropping two games in the regular season to South Oak Cliff and Summer Creek, the ‘Stangs roared through the playoffs to get on top of the state rankings again.