Get a complete 2025 pre-season preview of Texas high school football’s 5A Division II, Region 2. We break down each district, highlight top contenders, and key storylines to watch as teams battle for the crown this season.
District 5
| School | 2024 Overall Record | 2024 District Record |
|---|---|---|
| South Oak Cliff Golden Bears | 13–3 | 7–0 |
| Dallas Hillcrest Panthers | 7–4 | 6–1 |
| Dallas Wilson Wildcats | 7–4 | 5–2 |
| Seagoville Dragons | 4–7 | 4–3 |
| Dallas Adamson Leopards | 5–5 | 3–4 |
| Dallas Jefferson Patriots | 4–6 | 2–5 |
| Dallas Samuell Spartans | 1–9 | 1–6 |
| Dallas Spruce Timberwolves | 0–9 | 0–6 |
2025 District Prediction Winners: South Oak Cliff enters 2025 as the clear favorite to repeat as district champions after a dominant 13–3 season that included a perfect 7–0 run in district play. Ranked 12th in the state, the Bears outscored opponents 629 to 206, showing their strength on both sides of the ball. With a proven track record of playoff success and a winning culture, they remain the team to beat in District 5.
District 6
| School | 2024 Overall Record | 2024 District Record |
|---|---|---|
| Midlothian Heritage Jaguars | 8–4 | 7–0 |
| Crandall Pirates | 10–2 | 6–1 |
| Kaufman Lions | 7–5 | 5–2 |
| Terrell Tigers | 6–5 | 4–3 |
| Ennis Lions | 4–6 | 3–4 |
| Mesquite Poteet Pirates | 2–8 | 2–5 |
| Greenville Lions | 1–9 | 1–6 |
| Corsicana Tigers | 1–9 | 0–7 |
2025 District Prediction Winners: Crandall is poised to contend for the district title in 2025 after a strong 10–2 finish last season, including a 6–1 mark in district play. The Pirates were nearly unbeatable at home (7–1) and put up 444 points while allowing just 265. With momentum from a dominant regular season and key experience returning, Crandall has all the pieces to push for the top spot in District 6 this year.
District 7
| School | 2024 Overall Record | 2024 District Record |
|---|---|---|
| Texarkana Texas High Tigers | 12–1 | 6–0 |
| Marshall Mavericks | 10–3 | 5–1 |
| Hallsville Bobcats | 4–7 | 3–3 |
| Mount Pleasant Tigers | 3–7 | 3–3 |
| Whitehouse Wildcats | 5–6 | 3–3 |
| Nacogdoches Dragons | 3–7 | 1–5 |
| Jacksonville Indians | 1–9 | 0–6 |
2025 District Prediction Winners: Texas High is the frontrunner to win District 7 again in 2025 after an impressive 12–1 campaign last season, capped by an undefeated 6–0 district record. Ranked 23rd in the state, the Tigers went a perfect 5–0 at home and outscored opponents 628 to 275. With a dominant offense, stingy defense, and a proven ability to win on the road, Texas High looks ready to repeat as district champs.
District 8
| School | 2024 Overall Record | 2024 District Record |
|---|---|---|
| Port Neches-Groves Indians | 12–2 | 6–1 |
| Huntsville Hornets | 8–4 | 5–2 |
| Montgomery Bears | 8–3 | 5–2 |
| Nederland Bulldogs | 7–4 | 5–2 |
| Montgomery Lake Creek Lions | 6–4 | 4–3 |
| Dayton Broncos | 4–6 | 2–5 |
| New Caney West Fork Gators | 2–8 | 1–6 |
| Splendora Wildcats | 2–8 | 0–7 |
2025 District Prediction Winners: Port Neches-Groves heads into 2025 as the favorite to win District 8 after finishing last season 12–2 and atop the district at 6–1. Ranked 46th in Texas, the Indians went undefeated on the road (5–0) and put up 528 points across the season. With a balanced attack, proven defense, and postseason experience, PNG is built to defend its district crown and make another deep playoff push.
(H/T to Dave Campbell’s Texas Football for the records for each team)
