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sports1 year ago

"2024-2026 UIL Realignment: Austin-Area High School Football Districts Revealed"

The University Interscholastic League (UIL) released new district alignments for the 2024-26 football seasons, affecting several Central Texas schools, with Anderson and Pflugerville Weiss moving from 6A to 5A due to adjusted enrollment cutoffs. Austin ISD schools face significant changes in their district alignments, with some schools moving down to create new districts. The realignment process aims to ensure competitive balance among Texas schools and will be finalized by February 21.

sports1 year ago

"2024-26 Texas UIL Football Realignment: Districts Revealed for Dallas, Austin, and Houston Areas"

The University Interscholastic League (UIL) announced the biennial realignment for high school football districts in the Dallas area for the 2024-26 seasons. The realignment includes notable matchups such as Southlake Carroll vs. Euless Trinity and Denton Guyer in the same district for the first time. Additionally, the tough 6A District 11-6A features powerhouse teams like DeSoto, Duncanville, and Lancaster, making it the toughest district in Texas for football. The realignment also affects districts in Class 5A Division I and II, as well as Class 4A Division I and II, with several teams moving to new districts and facing new competition.

sports1 year ago

"DeSoto's Appeal, Austin ISD's Move, and More: UIL's 2024-2026 Realignment Unveiled"

DeSoto, a high school football powerhouse, has submitted an appeal to the UIL to remain in Class 6A instead of moving to Class 5A Division I due to declining enrollment. This decision will impact the balance of power in Texas high school sports. DeSoto's dominance in 6A Division II, winning back-to-back state championships, has sparked interest in its appeal. The school's shrinking enrollment has led to this move, and it is expected to continue competing against top schools like Duncanville and Cedar Hill.

sports2 years ago

"UIL Suspends Official for Ripping Off Player's Helmet During Game"

A high school football official has been suspended and a player's eligibility has been restored after the official ripped the player's helmet off during a game. The incident occurred when the player bumped into the official twice, prompting the official to forcibly remove the player's helmet and eject him from the game. The player's father, who is also the head coach, stated that he did not witness the incident. The UIL has removed the official from officiating pending an investigation, and the player is now eligible to play in the upcoming game.