2023 Top O' Texas Football Magazine

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- Big School Divisions East Texas vs West Texas

Shifting Tides: West Texas Success In Early Texas High School Football History Gives Way To East By: William Pen Texas Dominance Today Texas high school football has long been a source of pride and fierce competition within the state. In the early years of the sport, West Texas established itself as a dominant force, capturing numerous championships and setting the standard for success. However, in recent times, the tides have turned, and it is now East Texas that reigns supreme in high school football. Gone are the days of powerhouse teams like Cedrick Benson and the Midland Lee Rebels ‘Back to Back’ big school state titles. It may not seem that long ago to some. However, 23 years is a lifetime for many. 2

Texas High School State Champions

2022 6A Division 1: Duncanville 28 – North Shore 21 6A Division 2: DeSoto 42 – Vandegrift 17 5A Division 1: Aledo 52 – College Station 8 5A Division 2: South Oak Cliff 34 – Port Neches-Groves 24 4A Division 1: China Spring 24 – Boerne 21 4A Division 2: Carthage 42 – Wimberley 0 3A Division 1: Franklin 17 – Brock 14 3A Division 2: Gunter 42 – Poth 7 2A Division 1: Hawley 54 – Refugio 28 2A Division 2: Albany 41 – Mart 21 1A Six-Man Division 1: Westbrook 69 – Abbott 24 1A Six-Man Division 2: Benjamin 68 – Loraine 20


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