Austin, Texas, February 3, 2026
The UIL has announced the inclusion of Greenville and Terrell in District 6-5A Division II for the upcoming seasons. This realignment brings the number of teams in the district to eight, expanding to include schools from different regions. This change is expected to impact the competitive landscape significantly, as it includes teams like Hallsville, Marshall, Mount Pleasant, and more. Meanwhile, Jacksonville has been reclassified to 4A Division I, indicating notable shifts in team compositions across leagues.
Greenville and Terrell Join East Texas 5A Division II District
Austin, Texas – The University Interscholastic League (UIL) has announced the inclusion of Greenville and Terrell in District 6-5A Division II for the 2026-2028 seasons. This realignment brings the district to a total of eight teams, expanding its geographic reach beyond East Texas.
District Composition
The updated District 6-5A Division II now comprises:
- Hallsville
- Marshall
- Mount Pleasant
- Nacogdoches
- Whitehouse
- Greenville
- Terrell
- Texas High
Previously, the district was exclusively composed of East Texas schools. The addition of Greenville and Terrell introduces teams from different regions, potentially altering the competitive landscape.
Impact on Jacksonville
Jacksonville, which was part of the district in the previous cycle, has been reclassified to 4A Division I and will no longer compete in District 6-5A Division II.
Background on UIL Realignment
The UIL conducts realignments every two years to accommodate changes in school enrollments and ensure competitive balance. The 2026-2028 realignment reflects shifts in student populations and the UIL’s efforts to maintain equitable competition across Texas high school sports.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What is the UIL realignment?
- The UIL realignment is a biennial process where the University Interscholastic League adjusts school district classifications based on enrollment numbers to ensure competitive balance in high school sports.
- Which teams are now in District 6-5A Division II?
- The updated District 6-5A Division II includes Hallsville, Marshall, Mount Pleasant, Nacogdoches, Whitehouse, Greenville, Terrell, and Texas High.
- Why was Jacksonville moved to 4A Division I?
- Jacksonville’s reclassification to 4A Division I is due to changes in its student enrollment, which now aligns with the criteria for 4A Division I schools.
- How often does the UIL conduct realignments?
- The UIL conducts realignments every two years to accommodate changes in school enrollments and maintain competitive balance in high school sports.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| District 6-5A Division II Composition | Hallsville, Marshall, Mount Pleasant, Nacogdoches, Whitehouse, Greenville, Terrell, Texas High |
| Jacksonville’s Reclassification | Moved to 4A Division I due to changes in student enrollment |
| UIL Realignment Frequency | Conducted every two years to adjust for changes in school enrollments |
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