In a closely contested district matchup, Belton and Waco University battled until the final moments on Friday night. Both teams aimed to remain undefeated in 10-5A-II play, but University delivered the decisive blow as the clock ran down.
In a high-scoring matchup, the Water Valley Wildcats surged past the Rankin Red Devils with a commanding 68-20 win. Now at 4-2, Rankin looks ahead to their upcoming road game hoping to rebound from this tough defeat.
On Thursday night, Bastrop routed McCallum 69-7 while Lake Travis cruised past Bowie 63-21, showcasing the dynamic world of Texas high school football. Lake Travis took the field at Dripping Springs High School due to ongoing renovations at Cavalier Stadium, adding another layer to an already eventful night of play.
A wave of unexpected victories disrupted the anticipated hierarchy of Texas high school football in the first week of play. The Sporting News’ newly released top 25 reflects these surprising outcomes, illustrating just how precarious the preseason favorites can be.
Texas high school football is off to a fast start in 2025, and the new Top 25 poll is already revealing major upsets and rising contenders. From traditional powerhouses like Allen and Southlake Carroll to emerging programs such as North Crowley, teams are jockeying for position in the early-season rankings.
