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The 2023 Texas high school football season had plenty of memorable moments. Which ones stand out as the best of the season among Fort Worth-area teams?

Here’s a recap of some of the season’s most interesting times.

Heading into the district 4-6A championship between Trophy Club Byron Nelson and Southlake Carroll at Northwest ISD Stadium, it was clear the Bobcats had a strong chance to topple the Dragons.

Southlake Carroll hadn’t lost a regular season matchup since Riley Dodge’s hiring. Did any of us actually believe Byron Nelson would win this time around? Head coach Travis Pride and the Bobcats certainly believed in themselves.

Byron Nelson didn’t just defeat Southlake Carroll to claim the district crown. They dismantled the Dragons in a 34-17 game that was hardly competitive. The Bobcat defense stymied quarterback Graham Knowles and the dynamic Dragon offense to a low production point that didn’t seem possible.

Southlake Carroll got the last laugh in the playoffs, avenging the loss with a dominant 56-7 victory when things mattered most. The regular season loss was the wake-up call Carroll needed to get back to its dominant ways.

Regardless of how the season ended, the Byron Nelson Bobcats will forever be known as the 2023 District 4-6A champs.

Richland and head coach Ged Kates had a marvelous run, going undefeated in the regular season to claim the District 5-5A D1 championship.

It looked as if that run was coming to an end with the Royals trailing 34-9 at the half to Barbers Hill. That was when running back Michael Turner and quarterback Drew Kates started working their magic.

A score, an onside kick recovery and two more scores later, Richland had all but erased the sizable deficit in 10 minutes of play. Getting back into a game in the span of a half would’ve been incredibly impressive, but doing it in a quarter can only be described as bonkers.

The wild game was destined for overtime, and that’s exactly what happened. Turner scored the game winner for Richland, adding to an extensive list of accomplishments and moments in a memorable individual campaign.

Crowley, prior to head coach Carlos Lynn’s hiring, won four games in the 2022 season. The Eagles had high expectations to start their new era, and the team delivered with a seven game win streak to begin the season.

Although Crowley dropped its last four games, it was evident the Eagles played above what their record stated with quarterback Caleb Williams and a dynamic offense. The team captivated high school football fans with an explosive, high scoring offense that never failed to produce highlights.

All things considered, the Eagles made a massive step in the right direction in building another football powerhouse in Crowley ISD. Of course, Crowley has a ways to go before rivaling North Crowley.

If the Eagles continue to soar on the Trajectory they started, the gap may be bridged sooner than expected.

A playoff game between two top tier Dallas-Fort Worth teams that’s actually competitive is a rarity. Southlake Carroll and DeSoto wasn’t supposed to be particularly close, considering the Eagles dominance to that point and the Dragons emphatic loss to Byron Nelson in the regular season.

DeSoto’s run game got the best of the Dragons, and the team averaged 8.2 yards per carry. Still, Southlake Carroll was arguably DeSoto’s toughest challenge of the season. That includes Duncanville, the Class 6A D1 state champion.

The game was a back and forth, electric affair between two of the best offenses in Texas. The Eagles pulled away behind the run games’ consistency and a few timely stops.

The Class 6A D1 semifinal matchup was Texas high school playoff football at its best at Allen Eagle Stadium. Two of the best teams in the area in a high stakes contest. Simple, but it doesn’t get much better than that.

It’s hard to say Brock football was a disappointment, but there’s no other way to describe what happened in the 2023 playoffs. Clearly, the Eagles were meant for more and their playoff run will be talked about as a “what if” in Texas high school football.

Although the 38-31 loss to Malakoff would say otherwise, Brock was the best football team in Class 3A D1. Malkoff went on the secure the state title, defeating Franklin 14-7 at AT&T Stadium.

The loss to the Tigers in the state semifinal wasn’t fluky, but the Eagles played the better brand of football for the majority of the game.

It was inconsequential, however, as Brock kept finding different wacky ways to turn the ball over. Two were fumbles returned for touchdowns. The turnovers weren’t a result of poor play calling or even decision making, but the Eagles just couldn’t hold onto the football.

There’s nothing to be ashamed of when losing in a state semifinal, but it seemed as if 2023 was the Eagles’ year to get over the hump and win the big one following two consecutive losses in the state championship.

At the end of the day, it’s Brock football. It’s a reliably consistent program, and they’ll be back in the state championship picture and competing at a high level for years to come.

Colleyville Heritage, in a regional semifinal matchup, trailed Argyle by 10 points with six minutes remaining and put together a speedy comeback. With less than a minute remaining, the Panthers had an opportunity to take the lead.

The late surge was capped by a game winning, 21 yard touchdown pass from quarterback Luke Ullrich to wide receiver Braden Blueitt. The spectacular play advanced Colleyville Heritage to the quarterfinal, where the team lost to Emerson.

Blueitt’s clutch catch was a magical moment that epitomizes Jerry Edward’s first season as head coach of the program and what the group was able to accomplish.

In a battle of two of the best teams in Fort Worth ISD, Keith Guidy lifted Arlington Heights to victory over Fort Worth Wyatt with a spectacular individual performance. He recorded a football hat trick, recording a 68 yard touchdown reception, a 60 yard pick six and a 70 yard punt return.

You don’t see that type of performance often, especially in Class 5A football. Guidry’s breakout performance was a memorable one in an important Fort Worth football rivalry game.

The TCU women's basketball team made it a clean sweep in non-conference play and are 13-0 as they prepare for the start of Big 12 play this weekend. TCU is now ranked in both polls this week, moving up in both from where they were last week. The Frogs are ranked No. 23 (up two spots) in the AP Top 25 and No. 25 (up one spot) in the Coaches Poll.

There was very little movement in either poll this week. In the AP Top 25, the Top 10 did not change. In the Coaches Poll, the first 22 teams are the same as they were in Week 7.

South Carolina is the top team in both polls. In the AP Top 25, the top five also include UCLA, NC State, Iowa, and Texas. In the Coaches Poll, it's UCLA, Iowa, NC State, and USC.

In addition to Texas and TCU, the Big 12 has three other teams either ranked or receiving votes.

Here are the Big 12 teams either ranked or receiving votes:

Here are the highlights from both the AP Top 25 poll and the Coaches Poll:

1 - South Carolina (11-0), no change

2- UCLA (11-0), no change

3 - NC State (12-0), no change

4 - Iowa (12-1), no change

5 - Texas (12-0), no change

6 - USC (10-0), no change

7 - LSU (12-1), no change

8 - Colorado (10-1), no change

9 - Stanford (10-1), no change

10 - Baylor (11-0), no change

11 - Kansas State (12-1), no change

12 - Utah (10-2), no change

23 - TCU (13-0), up 2

25 - West Virginia (11-0), previously not ranked

Dropped from the rankings - Washington (#23)

1 - South Carolina (11-0), no change

2- UCLA (11-0), no change

3 - Iowa (12-1), no change

4 - NC State (12-0), no change

5 - USC (10-0), no change

6 - LSU (12-1), no change

7 - Texas (12-0), no change

8 - Colorado (10-1), no change

9 - Stanford (10-1), no change

10 - Utah (10-2), no change

11 - Baylor (11-0), no change

16 - Kansas State (12-1), no change

25 - TCU (13-0), previously not ranked

Dropped from the rankings - North Carolina (#25)

Other Big 12 schools receiving votes - West Virginia (#27)

_{Bold teams = Big 12 Conference teams}

This article first appeared on FanNation Killer Frogs and was syndicated with permission.

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The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History recently announced an “exciting and significant addition to its collection,” comprised of “artifacts and historical treasures from the renowned Leonard’s Department Store.”

Leonard’s Department Store was founded in 1918 by brothers Marvin and Obadiah Leonard and would later grow into a massive store spanning seven city blocks, selling a wide variety of products such as household items, farming equipment, furniture, clothes, and more. The store was known for its Christmas window displays that attracted visitors from around the region.

In 1967, the store was sold to the Tandy Corporation and then to Dillard’s Department Stores in 1974.

Marty Leonard, daughter of Marvin Leonard, created the Leonard’s Department Store Museum to preserve the store’s items and legacy, starting with a 1936 Leonard’s Speedster wagon.

The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History describes Leonard’s Museum as a “testament to the entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and community engagement that defined the Leonard brothers and their iconic store.” The museum said that it is honored to be entrusted with the care and preservation of the collection.

“By transitioning these artifacts to our collection, we aim to ensure that the legacy of Leonard’s Department Store continues to inspire and educate future generations. Thanks to a generous endowment from Marty Leonard, the Leonard’s collection will be cared for by a part-time collections coordinator,” said the museum in a news release. “Visitors will soon have the opportunity to explore the rich history of Leonard’s and its integral role in the life of Fort Worth throughout the 20th century.”

“I can say this without bragging because I didn’t have anything to do with it,” Marty Leonard told the Fort Worth Report, “but Leonard’s was a place where people gathered for all kinds of reasons — not just to shop.”

Regina Faden, president of the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, said that she is excited to keep the memory of the store alive and share its history with this new collection.

“We are … the comprehensive Fort Worth history museum. Leonard’s had a huge impact on the community, not just in retail, but also the way it built these relationships with everybody who lived in town,” said Faden, per the FWR. “So, I think that if we’re the repository for the cultural heritage here, that’s a major part of it. … It made sense for us.”

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Women’s college basketball has been giving epic games this season. While there are many teams that compete in this tournament, two are standing way higher than any other when it comes to wins. The TCU Horned Frogs and the Texas Longhorns seem to have some sort of rivalry and are performing like the devil dancing. Both the teams have an impressive streak so far where they have both played a total of thirteen games, but have lost none. Surely, TCU and Texas know how to keep their fans on their toes to give performances that are worth remembering.

With such epic records so far, both TCU and Texas Longhorns have come under the limelight. Fans wish to know more about these college basketball teams from the Big 12 conference. However, the heat is only increasing as these two teams are soon to go head to head in a more-than-thrilling battle next year.

TCU Horned Frogs: season so far

The TCU Horned Frogs are coming out strong with zero losses so far this season. Almost every match in their winning streak has had a double-digit difference which is explicitly amazing. Further, with an average score of 80.5 per game, there is no denying that this team can tackle the worst in the Big 12 without much struggle. Moreover, their roster has a balance of everything, making them super-versatile. The top players carrying the weight of the team are- Maddison Conner with an average of 22.5 points per game, the forward Sedona Prince leading with an average rebounds of 10.7 and 3.2 blocks per game, and Agnes Emma Nnopu with the highest steals average of 1.3 per game.

Further, Jaden Owens of the TCU leads with an average of 7.6 assists per game.The other members of the TCU Horned Frogs roster include Aaliyah Roberson, Una Jovanovic, Tara Manumaleuga, Victoria Flores, DaiJa Turner, Bre’Yon White, and Jade Clack. Together, the team averages an incredible field goal percentage of 46.8, a free throw percentage of 72.9, and a 3-pointer percentage equal to 38.8 per game.

On the same note, the Texas Longhorns also seem to have some sort of magic on the courts they play at.

How are things so far for the Texas Longhorns?

Whether you call it magic or pure talent, the Texas Longhorns have repeatedly shown perseverance in the past seasons. Continuing the streak this season, they have come out triumphing from some exciting matches. With the Longhorns also carrying a winning streak of 13-0, it is hard to not take them as one of the best teams in the women’s college basketball. Their season so far has caught them on fire with some of the well-known teams like the UConn Huskies, the Arizona Wildcats, and the South Florida Bulls. Nevertheless, they swooped past them with mind-boggling scores and stood at the end of the line without falling. The Texas Longhorns have impeccable scoring stats with an average of 92.7 points, 44.3 rebounds, 20.7 assists, and 11.8 steals per game.

Their defense is also in good condition with 4.1 blocks per game on average. Further, the Longhorns have an outstanding field goal percentage at 51.8 and a free throw percentage at 66. In addition to these, they also basket the scores with their imposing three-pointer percentage standing at a whopping 38.6 per game. When talking individually, their forward Taylor Jones leads the group with an average of 16.2 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game. At the same time, Rori Harman is leading with 7.8 assists and 3.1 steals on average who currently ranks at No. 6 in the WCBB rankings.

In the end, basketball fans always want to see the best teams tackle each other to throne the best of the best.

TCU vs Texas Longhorns: what’s next?

Fans are thrilled to see the two giants of the women’s college basketball head to head anytime. The last matchup of the two was back on February 12, 2023, when the Longhorns won after an epic game by 70-50. Consequently, there is no denying that the fans can’t wait till 11th January 2024 when the Texas Longhorns and the TCU Horned Frogs are coming back together on the hardwood. The two teams have a perfect record of 13 wins and 0 losses. This means the upcoming match of the two will definitely be the one to break someone’s record. This also means that both teams will bring out the beasts inside them to defend their amazing winning streak.

It is clear that these two teams have the potential to be exemplary. However, there are three more games that these two have to win to keep their streaks before they come face to face. Since one team has to win at the end of the day, no matter what the result, both the Texas Longhorns and the TCU Horned Frogs have engraved their names in the top teams in women’s college basketball.

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TCU Women’s Basketball closed its non-conference schedule in style, clinching the program’s longest winning streak with an un-beaten run ahead of Big 12 play with blowout victories over Omaha and Mount St. Mary’s to move to 13-0 on the season. The Horned Frogs received a collection of accolades for the performances of this week: Big 12 Player of the Week, National Team of the Week, and a continued improvement in the AP Poll.

✌️ | https://t.co/S7IbMyhJZ7#GoFrogs pic.twitter.com/AwKTpVIueV

— TCU Women’s Basketball (@tcuwbb) December 26, 2023

TCU Center Sedona Prince was named the Big 12 Player of the Week for the second time this season, having previously received the honor for the week of November 27. In the Frogs’ two wins last week, Prince averaged 24 points, 16 rebounds, and 3.5 assists while shooting 70% from the field. For the season, Prince leads the conference in blocks and is second in rebounding and scoring on a per-game average. It’s a conference-leading third Player of the Week honor for the Horned Frogs, with the league’s leading scorer Madison Conner taking home the award for the week of November 13.

Presenting the @USBWA National #GoFrogs pic.twitter.com/mMGGU5v1R6

— TCU Women’s Basketball (@tcuwbb) December 27, 2023

TCU was recognized this week by the US Basketball Writers Association as the National Team of the Week for the week of December 18-24 as the Horned Frogs took home two wins with an average margin of victory of 46.5 points. It was one of the most dominant two-game stretches in program history, with a Big-12 era record 59 total rebounds in the win over Omaha and the 34 points allowed to Mount Saint Mary’s is the seventh fewest allowed all-time at TCU. The wins gave TCU its first ever undefeated non-conference slate.

Make that FIVE #Big12WBB teams in the @AP_Top25 ⛏️ pic.twitter.com/VfmoSV5CYN

— Big 12 Conference (@Big12Conference) December 26, 2023

TCU also received continued recognition from the voters of the AP Top 25 Poll, after making its first entry into the Top 25 since February 2020, placing at No. 25 last week, TCU climbed two spots up to No. 23. The undefeated Horned Frogs received 73 ballot points, 63 points behind No. 22 Florida State and 15 points ahead of No. 24 North Carolina. The Big 12 placed five programs in the Top 25, with No. 5 Texas, No. 10 Baylor, No. 11 Kansas State, and No. 25 West Virginia joining the Frogs in the poll. In the NCAA NET ratings, used to guide the selection committee during bracket development, TCU ranks at No. 22 overall, with the entire Big 12 featured in the top 102 overall.

TCU will begin its Big 12 schedule on Saturday December 30 at 4:00 PM vs the BYU Cougars at Schollmaier Arena and broadcast on ESPN+, with $5 Holiday Hoops General Admission tickets still available via GoFrogs.com.