The Frenship Memorial Panthers are approaching their first year in varsity competition. Even without seniors, head coach Jason Richards believes the team has taken the right steps to prepare for District 2-5A D1.
After a 7-5 finish last season, the Monterey Plainsmen are locked and loaded for another playoff run in 2026. With a large group of returning starters, the team is looking to once again suit up and play well past October, even in a new-look District 2-5A D1.
Coronado enters the 2026 season excited to now be competing in 5AD2. Head coach Andrew Roy expects his team to have a much-better outcome, especially talent coming back.
The Matadors enter the 2026 season led by sophomore QB Jayric Ward, son of head coach Eric Ward who believes the team has enough firepower on offense to uphold Estacado’s winning standard.
While facing a more demanding non-district schedule, head coach Joe Sexton says the Patriots have the potential to be a greater threat, especially with 37 seniors returning.
After a 9-4 finish last year, the Seminole Indians are ready to reload- even after graduating one of their most-talented senior classes in program history.
It’s a new season for the Plainview Bulldogs, who are dropping down from 5A competition to 4AD1. With a well-rested defense and a new QB, head coach Wyatt Martinez is excited for this brand-new era of Bulldog Football!
Last year, the Denver City Mustangs were able to shake off a 2-5 start and end their regular season with a 6-6 record. More challenges await DC in 2026, as they will welcome regional powers into their district.
Last year, the Mustangs finished 8-4 and reached the area round. Head coach Rodney Vincent expects another dominating run from a more experienced team.
After two straight years of finishing 0-11, head coach Lawrence Johnson, now in his second year, believes a breakthrough is finally coming for the Cubs.
With QB Sammy Saenz expecting to connect with WR Jayden Barrio even more this year, head coach Bo Bryant is excited to see what this upcoming season will bring for Littlefield.
Despite last year’s 2-8 record, the Roosevelt Eagles proved they were no strangers to scoring points, averaging 25.6 points per game. Head coach Carter Robinson believes this year’s team will be ready to make a run in 2026.
The Slaton Tigers are coming off of one of their most successful seasons in years. During their 10-3 campaign in 2025. In his fourth year, head coach Clink Conkin is excited to see what the Tigers can do in 2026.
Even with the No. 4 preseason ranking in Dave Campbell’s Texas Football magazine, head coach Clay White tells his players to remain focused on the next game ahead.
While the Lions drop to TAPPS Division III, head coach Riley White believes that with a strong returning class, TCHS is in position to return to playoff form.
The Lovington Wildcats have 20 state titles in their trophy case. Head coach Josh Bailey is ready to go after No. 21- especially with the Wildcats dropping down a class size.
The Hobbs Eagles finished 2025 with a 9-3 record and earned their first trip to the state semifinals since 1981. Head coach Ken Stevens says the team is ready to reach new heights in 2026.
Last season, the Post Antelopes posted an 8-3 record with a state ranking and target on their back. Head coach John Wright says eight wins are not enough.
Since becoming an 11-man school in 2018, the New Home Leopards have established themselves as one of the premiere programs across the South Plains. With younger talent coming in, head coach Jon Ward believes New Home will remain a force in 2026.
The New Deal Lions finished 2025 with a 6-4-1 record and shared the district title. Head coach Matt Hill says this year’s team is well-aware of the Lions’ winning standards.
After a winless 0-10 season in 2025, the Floydada Whirlwinds have nowhere to go but up. Now heading the program is Jeff Smith, who led the West Texas Comanches to a 14-1 run last year.
After a 3-7 run in 2025, the Plains Cowboys have plenty of reasons to be optimistic for this upcoming year. Head coach Daniel Purvis says it all begins in the trenches.
The Morton Indians are ready to make history and do what no MHS team has done before, which is to make the playoffs for the fourth consecutive year. Head coach Trevor Bulmer says the Tribe has the talent to do it.
After finishing 2025 with an 11-2 record, the Ropes Eagles are ready for another dominant run in 2026. Head coach Beau Riker says he’s excited to move forward with this year’s talent, especially with a loaded senior class.
The Sudan Hornets have continued to show off one of the most explosive offenses from across the South Plains. Head coach John Cornelius says even without last year’s senior class, the team is still primed to make another playoff run.
The Bovina Mustangs made one of the most surprising playoff runs in Texas last season. Head coach Wade Wilson looks to build on last year's late success.
The Loop Longhorns are heading into 2026 with head coach Rick Price, who is replacing the late Bobby Avery. Coach Price brings more than 30 years of coaching experience.
During their second season of returning to competition, the Plainview Classical Eagles showed great improvement during their 2-8 run. First-year coach Craig Campbell looks to build on last year’s late momentum.
