Austin, TX, October 14, 2025
News Summary
The 2025 Texas high school football season carried on with Week 7 showcasing thrilling matchups. Major teams continued to assert their dominance, while two Top 25 teams faced unexpected defeats. The spotlight rested on the Game of the Week, Vista Ridge versus McNeil, although no Top 25 matchups occurred. Compiled results revealed standout performances, but losses for teams like Humble Summer Creek and North Forney introduced changes in the rankings, adding excitement to the upcoming weeks.
AUSTIN, Texas – The 2025 Texas high school football season continued to captivate fans as Week 7 wrapped up with an array of exciting matchups and surprising outcomes. While the major teams showcased their dominance, two Top 25 teams faced defeats, shaking up the rankings in the process.
Among the notable games this week, the spotlight was on the Game of the Week: Vista Ridge versus McNeil. This anticipated clash drew considerable attention but did not feature any Top 25 head-to-head matchups in the state.
The rankings and results were compiled by the FOX 7 Austin Sports team, revealing that despite the thrilling contests, the highest-ranked teams generally maintained their supremacy. The Top 25 teams and their Week 7 results included:
- Southlake Carroll defeated Haslet V.R. Eaton, 66-7
- Allen defeated Princeton, 62-14
- Richmond Dr. Thomas E. Randle defeated Texas City, 25-7
- Austin Lake Travis defeated Del Valle, 56-14
- Celina defeated Sulphur Springs, 38-14
- Aledo defeated Granbury, 61-10
- Humble Summer Creek lost to Houston C.E. King, 42-28
- Prosper defeated Plano, 45-14
- Fort Worth North Crowley defeated Mansfield Lake Ridge, 62-17
- Duncanville defeated DeSoto, 48-28
- Dallas South Oak Cliff was idle
- Austin Westlake defeated Austin, 58-14
- Galena Park North Shore defeated Goose Creek Memorial, 76-15
- Dripping Springs defeated Austin James Bowie, 28-21
- Carthage defeated Center, 60-14
- Spring Branch Smithson Valley defeated San Antonio Wagner, 48-7
- Brenham defeated Waco, 48-0
- Dickinson was idle
- Fort Bend Ridge Point defeated Fort Bend John Foster Dulles, 77-0
- Pearland defeated Pasadena J. Frank Dobie, 43-13
- Lewisville defeated Flower Mound, 49-7
- Angleton defeated Friendswood, 41-6
- Iowa Colony defeated Santa Fe, 63-14
- Denton Billy Ryan defeated Richland, 30-21
- North Forney lost to Rockwall-Heath, 56-55 in a close game.
Despite several standout performances from the Top 25 teams, the losses for Humble Summer Creek and North Forney created some turbulence in the standings. Humble Summer Creek’s defeat by Houston C.E. King was particularly notable, as it added to the drama already present in the competition.
This season’s timeline includes numerous exciting moments since its kickoff on August 25, with teams battling weekly for supremacy. Each match has been instrumental in shaping the playoff picture as the season progresses.
The Texas high school football scene remains a vibrant arena for competition, community spirit, and development, with more thrilling encounters anticipated in the weeks to come.
FAQ Section
What happened in Texas high school football in Week 7?
Week 7 featured matchups, including Bastrop vs Connally, Hutto vs Round Rock, Hays vs Weiss, and the Game of the Week: Vista Ridge vs McNeil. Two Top 25 teams lost this week.
Which Top 25 teams faced defeats in Week 7?
Humble Summer Creek lost to Houston C.E. King, 42-28, and North Forney lost to Rockwall-Heath, 56-55 in a close game.
What were some of the standout results from Week 7?
Some standout results included Southlake Carroll defeating Haslet V.R. Eaton, 66-7, Allen defeating Princeton, 62-14, and Galena Park North Shore defeating Goose Creek Memorial, 76-15.
Key Features Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Week 7 Game Highlights | Bastrop vs Connally, Hutto vs Round Rock, Hays vs Weiss, Vista Ridge vs McNeil |
| Top 25 Teams Results | Notable wins and two losses: Humble Summer Creek, North Forney |
| Overall Rankings | Southlake Carroll, Allen, Aledo among the top performers |
| Season Timeline | Regular season runs from August 25 through current week |
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Additional Resources
- SI News: Texas High School Football Record
- Wikipedia: Texas High School Football
- FOX 7 Austin: Week 7 Rankings
- Google Search: Texas High School Football Week 7
- Amarillo: Week 7 Top Performers
- Google Scholar: Texas High School Football
- NBC DFW: State Rankings Week 8
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Texas High School Football
- KXAN: Scores for October 10
- Google News: Texas High School Football
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