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Highland Park's Blake Goodnight tees off on hole #8 during the first round of the 2024 UIL...

UIL state boys golf: Lake Travis, Jesuit lead 6A after Day 1, D-FW teams in the hunt in 5A

See how area teams are faring after the first day of the 2024 UIL boys golf state tournament.

By Aro Majumder and Matt WixonOther SportsApr 29, 2024Member Exclusive

As I turn 50, I appreciate the paradox of aging

I’m happier than I’ve ever been, despite the body aches and hair loss.

By Matt WixonCommentaryNov 14, 2021

Aledo offensive lineman Cameron Callaway (54) bites his gold medal as he and his team...

With 5A title win over Fort Bend Marshall, Aledo ties mark for most 11-man championships in state history

By Matt WixonHigh School SportsDec 22, 2018

Southlake Arius Ford (21 - center) runs down to Trinty's Tray Robinson (29 - right) during a...

Flashback: Euless Trinity-Southlake Carroll clashes always deliver, but nothing can match 2006

By Matt WixonHigh School SportsNov 25, 2018

Fort Worth Christian's Kallen Walters, 2, cant catch up with Grapevine Faith's Keyshawn...

Flashback: For many, stardom in high school doesn't always translate to big-time offers

By Matt WixonHigh School SportsJun 26, 2018

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Flashback: Is joining a college team as a preferred walk-on a good deal for high school hopefuls?

By Matt WixonHigh School SportsJun 21, 2018

ORG XMIT: *S19211269* Rowlett defensive back Mica-el Mumba (44) celebrates with running back...

What are some of the biggest first-round upsets in UIL football history? A local powerhouse doesn't want to remember 2007

By Matt WixonHigh School SportsMay 29, 2018

Despite national campaigns aimed at education and prevention, experts say hazing and...

SportsDayHS best of 2017: Special report: How culture of hazing, bullying in high school sports is only getting worse

By Matt Wixon and Greg RiddleHigh School SportsMay 25, 2018

Graphic by Michael Houge/The Dallas Morning News

Buyer beware: Some baseball recruiting services are looking out for you, while others might be looking for a quick buck

By Matt WixonHigh School SportsMay 4, 2018

Flashback: Former Plano star, Patriots RB Rex Burkhead is taking on children's cancer with his fame

By Matt WixonHigh School SportsMar 18, 2018