The stage is set for the biggest week of Texas high school football. State championship games kick off Wednesday and run through Saturday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, where 12 teams will hoist the big trophy inside the home of the Dallas Cowboys.
The Championship Schedule
The championship slate spans four days, with each day featuring three games across different divisions. The schedule is as follows:
- Wednesday, Dec. 17
- 11 a.m.: 1A Division I – Rankin (12‑2) vs. Gordon (13‑0)
- 2 p.m.: 1A Division II – Jayton (14‑0) vs. Richland Springs (12‑1)
- 7 p.m.: 2A Division I – Hamilton (13‑2) vs. Joaquin (11‑4)
- Thursday, Dec. 18
- 11 a.m.: 2A Division II – Muenster (13‑2) vs. Shiner (15‑0)
- 3 p.m.: 3A Division I – Grandview (13‑2) vs. Yoakum (13‑2)
- 7 p.m.: 3A Division II – Wall (15‑0) vs. Newton (14‑1)
- Friday, Dec. 19
- 11 a.m.: 4A Division I – Stephenville (15‑0) vs. Kilgore (14‑1)
- 3 p.m.: 4A Division II – Carthage (15‑0) vs. West Orange‑Stark (12‑3)
- 7 p.m.: 5A Division I – Frisco Lone Star (15‑0) vs. Smithson Valley (14‑1)
- Saturday, Dec. 20
- 11 a.m.: 5A Division II – South Oak Cliff (14‑1) vs. Richmond Randle (15‑0)
- 3 p.m.: 6A Division I – Duncanville (12‑1) vs. Galena Park North Shore (13‑2)
- 7 p.m.: 6A Division II – DeSoto (12‑3) vs. Sheldon King (13‑2)
Semifinal Results
The semifinal games, which determined the teams that will compete for the state titles, produced a mix of dominant performances and surprising upsets. The scores are compiled below:
- 6A Division I
- Duncanville 31, Allen 9
- Galena Park North Shore 28, Lake Travis 6
- 6A Division II
- DeSoto 57, Southlake Carroll 44
- Sheldon King 58, Vandegrift 41
- 5A Division I
- Frisco Lone Star 56, Aledo 52
- Smithson Valley 31, Port Arthur Memorial 28
- 5A Division II
- Richmond Randle 40, Boerne 16
- South Oak Cliff 35, Melissa 17
- 4A Division I
- Kilgore 49, La Vernia 0
- Stephenville 24, Celina 21
- 4A Division II
- Carthage 49, Brock 21
- West Orange‑Stark 28, Sinton 3
- 3A Division I
- Grandview 21, Peaster 18
- Yoakum 71, Llano 27
- 3A Division II
- Newton 74, East Bernard 20
- Wall 28, Gunter 25
- 2A Division I
- Hamilton 28, Stinnett West Texas 12
- Joaquin 37, Refugio 28
- 2A Division II
- Muenster 21, Gruver 18
- Shiner 28, Mount Enterprise 8
In Central Texas, Lake Travis and Vandegrift were the only teams to fall in the semifinals, losing 28‑6 to Galena Park North Shore in 6A Division I and 58‑41 to Sheldon King in 6A Division II, respectively. In 3A Division I, Llano was defeated 71‑27 by Yoakum at The Pfield in Pflugerville.
Teams to Watch
Several programs have earned repeat championship aspirations based on their semifinal performances and season records:
- Gordon, Jayton, Muenster, Carthage, Smithson Valley, and Richmond Randle have all earned chances to repeat as champions in their respective divisions.
- The undefeated records of Rankin (12‑2) and Gordon (13‑0) set them up as favorites in the 1A Division I matchup.
- Jayton, finishing the season 14‑0, will face Richland Springs (12‑1) in a 1A Division II showdown.
- Hamilton (13‑2) will test Joaquin (11‑4) in the 2A Division I final.
- Muenster (13‑2) will go up against Shiner (15‑0) in the 2A Division II championship.
- Grandview (13‑2) and Yoakum (13‑2) will clash in the 3A Division I title game.
- Wall (15‑0) will face Newton (14‑1) in the 3A Division II final.
- Stephenville (15‑0) will battle Kilgore (14‑1) in the 4A Division I championship.
- Carthage (15‑0) will meet West Orange‑Stark (12‑3) in the 4A Division II final.
- Frisco Lone Star (15‑0) will play Smithson Valley (14‑1) in the 5A Division I championship.
- South Oak Cliff (14‑1) will challenge Richmond Randle (15‑0) in the 5A Division II final.
- Duncanville (12‑1) will take on Galena Park North Shore (13‑2) in the 6A Division I final.
- DeSoto (12‑3) will face Sheldon King (13‑2) in the 6A Division II championship.
Key Takeaways
- The Texas high school football championships will be held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington from Dec. 17 to Dec. 20.
- Twelve teams will compete for state titles across six divisions, with games scheduled at 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m., and 11 a.m. on Saturday.
- Semifinal results highlighted dominant performances from Duncanville, DeSoto, Frisco Lone Star, and others, while Lake Travis, Vandegrift, and Llano were the only Central Texas teams to fall.
- Several teams, including Gordon, Jayton, Muenster, Carthage, Smithson Valley, and Richmond Randle, are poised to repeat as champions.
The weekend promises high‑stakes football, historic moments, and a showcase of the best talent in Texas high school athletics. Fans, players, and coaches will gather at AT&T Stadium to witness the culmination of months of hard work and dedication, as the state crowns its top teams in a celebration of high‑school football excellence.
Closing
The Texas high school football state championships are more than just games; they are a testament to teamwork, perseverance, and community spirit. With the stage set at AT&T Stadium, the state’s best teams are ready to write the next chapter in Texas football history. Whether you’re cheering from the stands or following online, the weekend’s action promises to deliver unforgettable moments for players, coaches, and fans alike.
