Texas Football Crowns Its Champions

A Grand Finale at AT&T Stadium

The 2025–26 UIL Texas high school football championships concluded with a spectacular display of talent and determination at AT&T Stadium. Teams from across the state showcased their skills, with North Texas standing out prominently.

Gordon High School: A Triumph of Resilience

The Longhorns from Gordon High School, located in Palo Pinto County just west of Fort Worth, made a stunning impact in the six-man football arena. They dominated Rankin from West Texas with a 69-22 victory on Wednesday night, clinching the Conference 1A Six-Man Division I title. This victory marked Gordon's third straight state championship, an extraordinary achievement made even more remarkable by their resilience after an EF-1 tornado destroyed their athletic facilities in May. The community rallied to rebuild, debuting a new stadium just in time for their championship run.

Muenster High School: Dominant Defense

Muenster High School, nestled in western Cooke County near the Oklahoma border, also made waves. They secured the Conference 2A Division II title with a commanding 28-0 shutout against Shiner on Thursday. Shiner, undefeated until that game, was no match for Muenster's formidable defense.

Grandview High School: A Tough Loss

Grandview High School of Johnson County, south of Fort Worth, faced a tough loss against Yoakum in the Conference 3A Division I championship. The game ended 45-29, denying Grandview a third state title.

Stephenville High School: A Seventh Championship

Friday and Saturday brought more excitement. Stephenville High School triumphed over Kilgore to win the Conference 4A Division I title, adding to their impressive record with a seventh state championship.

Frisco Lone Star: A Dream Dashed

In the Conference 5A Division I final, Frisco Lone Star's dream of a perfect season was dashed by Comal Smithson Valley from the Hill Country, who won 28-6.

Dallas South Oak Cliff: A Historic Feat

Dallas South Oak Cliff made history by claiming the Conference 5A Division II title, defeating Richmond Randle. This was their fifth consecutive appearance in the title game, a rare feat matched by only a few programs in UIL history.

Galena Park North Shore: A Nail-Biter

Galena Park North Shore secured their sixth state title and first since 2021 by defeating Duncanville 10-7 in the Conference 6A Division I championship. The game was a nail-biter, remaining scoreless in the first half before North Shore pulled ahead.

DeSoto High School: Dominant Performance

In the final championship game, DeSoto High School dominated Houston C. E. King 55-27 in the Conference 6A Division II title game. DeSoto's victory marked their third state championship in four seasons, showcasing their offensive prowess.

A Celebration of Diversity and Depth

The championships highlighted the diversity and depth of Texas high school football, with both small rural schools and big metro-area programs sharing the spotlight. Communities across the state celebrated their teams' achievements, creating lasting memories.