Defending state champion Malakoff enters the season with their sights set on a repeat and for good reason as the Tigers return plenty of firepower, but as always the Region II race will be challenging come playoff time.
Top to bottom 5-3A Division I may have the most depth of any district in Region II as all six teams in the district have a case to be made for the playoffs. Grandview has the most pedigree of any team in the district, but the Zebras do have to replace some key losses on both sides of the ball. West and Whitney will be locked in a real battle right behind Grandview, West brings more back, but Whitney is fresh off an unbelievable 11-2 campaign. If there’s a sleeper to watch, keep an eye on Mexia who brings back all but five players from last year’s team. Don’t sleep on Groesbeck and Maypearl who are more than capable of making noise as well.