Everything in Texas feels bigger, but the silence inside AT&T Stadium when a 4th-and-goal pass hits the turf is something else. It's deafening. If you were looking for high-flying, 60-point shootouts in the biggest classifications this year, you probably walked away a bit shocked. The 2025-2026 Texas high school football results proved one thing: the era of the "unstoppable" offense might finally be hitting a brick wall.
Look at North Shore. They weren't even supposed to be there, at least according to the early-season chatter about them being in a "rebuild" year. Then they go out and stifle Duncanville 10-7. Honestly, a 10-7 scoreline in a 6A Division 1 final feels like a typo in the modern era, but it was a masterclass in defensive positioning.
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For the sixth time since 2018, Duncanville and North Shore met for the crown. People are calling it the greatest rivalry in the country, and it’s hard to argue. North Shore’s defense didn't just bend; it turned into a vault. They held Duncanville scoreless through the first half. That hasn't happened to the Panthers in ages.
Then you have DeSoto. While North Shore was winning with a grind, DeSoto was busy reminding everyone why they're a factory for D1 talent. They dismantled Houston C.E. King 55-27. Legend Howell—yeah, that's really his name—threw for four touchdowns, and Ethan "Boobie" Feaster looked like he was playing at a different speed than everyone else on the field.
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It wasn't just the 6A schools making noise, though. Comal Smithson Valley basically put on a clinic on how to ruin a perfect season. Frisco Lone Star came in 15-0, looking like a freight train. Smithson Valley’s defense responded with six sacks and a pick-six, ending Lone Star’s dreams with a 28-6 victory. It was brutal to watch if you’re from Frisco, but a defensive masterpiece for the Hill Country folks.
Quick Look at the Championship Scores:
- 6A Division 1: Galena Park North Shore 10, Duncanville 7
- 6A Division 2: DeSoto 55, Houston C.E. King 27
- 5A Division 1: Comal Smithson Valley 28, Frisco Lone Star 6
- 5A Division 2: Dallas South Oak Cliff 35, Richmond Randle 19
The "First Time" Magic in the Smaller Brackets
If you want the heart-stopping stuff, you have to look at the 2A and 3A games. Wall High School finally did it. They’ve been knocking on the door for what feels like forever, and they beat a legendary Newton program 25-24. It came down to a fumble recovery by Jacob Braden that basically saved the game.
Yoakum also made history. They’ve been playing football for 114 years. That is a lot of Friday nights without a ring. They finally climbed the mountain by beating Grandview 45-29. It wasn't just a win; it was a decades-long exhale for that entire community.
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Small School Standouts:
- Wall (3A D2): Won their first-ever state title in a 25-24 nail-biter.
- Yoakum (3A D1): Secured their first title in over a century of program history.
- Muenster (2A D2): A total 28-0 shutout of an undefeated Shiner team. That defense is terrifying.
- Gordon (1A D1): The 6-man kings. They mercy-ruled Rankin 69-22 in the third quarter. Stryker Reed is officially a legend in the 6-man circuit.
Why These Results Actually Matter
We talk about Texas high school football results like they're just scores, but they’re shifting the landscape of recruiting. Landen Williams-Callis from Richmond Randle might have lost the title game to South Oak Cliff, but he still walked away as the Texas Gatorade Player of the Year. The kid is a junior. He's going to be the most hunted recruit in the nation come February.
Also, the coaching carousel has already started because of these results. Riley Dodge is leaving Southlake Carroll to join the staff at SMU. That is a massive void in one of the state's premier programs. Refugio is also looking at a new era after Drew Cox announced his retirement following a deep playoff run.
Misconceptions About the 2025 Season
A lot of people think the "private school vs. public school" debate is the only thing that matters, but the UIL (public school) finals drew 2.1 million viewers on the new Victory+ platform. The interest isn't just local anymore; it's a national broadcast event.
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Another thing? People keep saying 6-man football isn't "real" football. Tell that to Gordon. They finished the season 15-0 and outscored opponents by an average of 51 points. They played an 11-man game against a 2A school (Thorndale) and beat them 54-21. These kids can play anywhere.
Actionable Next Steps for Fans and Recruits
The season might be over, but the work for 2026 has already begun. If you're following the fallout of this season, here is what you should be doing right now:
- Monitor the Transfer Portal: With coaching changes at Southlake Carroll and North Crowley, keep an eye on high-profile transfers. John Meredith III, the top-ranked CB for 2027, has already moved from Euless Trinity to North Crowley.
- Check the 2026 Realignment: The UIL realignment is coming. This will change districts and playoff paths for the next two years. It's the most stressful day for coaches that doesn't involve a scoreboard.
- Watch the Junior Highlights: Guys like Landen Williams-Callis and Ethan Feaster are the faces of next season. If you're a scout or just a hardcore fan, their tape from these state games is the gold standard.
Texas high school football doesn't really have an "off-season." It just has a period where the pads are off and the drama moves to the field house. The 2025 championships gave us a lot of answers, but they created even more questions for what's coming next fall.