On Tuesday morning, the competition gym at Parish Episcopal School filled with media, fans, fellow students, coaches, parents, and fellow athletes as seven Panther athletes were celebrated in signing their National Letters of Intent for playing their sport at the next level. VYPE DFW was on campus to catch this special moment for these excellent athletes. For a list of athletes and where they signed as well as photos from the event, see below.
Emily Parker, Soccer - University of British Columbia
Tatum Chambers, Swim - Chapman University
Hayden Weber, Football - Midwestern State
Hunter Ryan, Football - SMU
Nathaniel Hill, Football - Villanova
Blake Youngblood, Football - Holy Cross
Andrew Paul, Football - Georgia
The 2024 UIL 6A-D2 State Champions -- Byron Nelson Bobcats (11/23/2024)
As preseason rankings take shape across Texas, the Dallas-Fort Worth area once again stands out as a deep and dangerous region on the UIL volleyball map. Our newly released Preseason Top-10 features a familiar mix of state champions, perennial contenders, and rising programs across both Class 6A and 5A.
Byron Nelson leads the pack after a near-flawless 2024 season, finishing 40-1 and capturing the 6A-Division II State Title. Several other 6A programs remain firmly in the spotlight—Allen reached the 6A-D1 State Semifinals, while Keller, Southlake Carroll, Hebron, and Plano West each made strong Regional runs and return plenty of momentum.
In 5A, Wakeland returns as the defending state champion, setting a high bar after claiming the 5A-D2 crown. McKinney North and Aledo both made deep playoff pushes in the 5A-D1 bracket, while Lovejoy continues to be a model of postseason consistency following yet another regional final appearance.
Altogether, this year’s DFW rankings highlight not just talent, but sustained excellence across multiple programs and classifications. With depth, experience, and proven playoff success, the region enters 2025 with high expectations—and no shortage of teams capable of delivering another championship run.
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VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A-5A) Top-10 Volleyball Rankings -- 2025 PRESEASON
***Second section denotes 2024 result
1. Byron Nelson Bobcats (6A) -- 40-1 // UIL 6A-D2 State Champions*
2. Wakeland Wolverines (5A) -- 35-6 // UIL 5A-D2 State Champions*
3. Allen Eagles (6A) -- 31-13 // UIL 6A-D1 State Semifinalists
4. Keller Indians (6A) -- 30-5 // 6A-D1 Region 1 Finalists
5. Southlake Carroll Dragons (6A) -- 28-11 // 6A-D2 Region 1 Finalists
6. Aledo Bearcats (5A) -- 35-8 // UIL 5A-D1 State Semifinalists
7. McKinney North Bulldogs (5A) -- 28-12 // UIL 5A-D1 State Finalists
8. Hebron Hawks (6A) -- 35-7 // 6A-D2 Regional Semifinalists
9. Plano West Wolves (6A) -- 27-8 // 6A-D2 Regional Semifinalists
10. Lovejoy Leopards (5A) -- 36-9 // 5A-D2 Region 2 Finalists
Others to Watch: Royse City Bulldogs (6A), Plano East Panthers (6A), Argyle Eagles (5A), Wylie Pirates (6A), Colleyville Heritage Panthers (5A), Rockwall Yellowjackets (6A), Poteet Pirates (5A), Lake Ridge Eagles (6A), Melissa Cardinals (5A)
As the Volleyball season is quickly approaching, it's time for fans to pick who they believe should have the honor of being the VYPE DFW Public School Pre-Season Volleyball Middle Blocker/Hitter Of The Year! Be sure to get your vote in!
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Wakeland's Aubree Fernandez
As the Volleyball season is quickly approaching, it's time for fans to pick who they believe should have the honor of being the VYPE DFW Public School 2025 Preseason Volleyball Libero/DS Of The Year! Be sure to get your vote in!
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