High school football and volleyball teams prepare for state playoffs

Several high school athletic programs in Texas are advancing to state-level competitions following successful regular seasons.

In Southern Denton County, Argyle High School enters the 5A Division II playoffs against Panther Creek High School. The Eagles' postseason run follows the reinstatement of quarterback Hayes Hackney, who was previously ruled ineligible due to a residency issue. Meanwhile, Lewisville High School maintains a perfect 10-0 record in 6A Division I after the UIL State Executive Committee reinstated quarterback Laykon Brassfield. Following his reinstatement, Lewisville had its three previous non-district forfeits overturned.

In volleyball, Aristoi Katy has returned to the Texas Charter School Academic and Athletic League (TCSAAL) state tournament. After losing seven seniors from last year’s undefeated championship squad, the Lady Griffins secured a spot in the State Final Four with a 19-0 victory over Legacy the School of Sports Sciences in the East Texas Regional Championship.