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For families across Cypress, Katy and northwest Houston, high school football season is far from over. Six Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (CFISD) football teams have earned spots in the 2026 UIL Texas high school football playoffs, giving students, parents, alumni and local fans plenty to cheer about as the postseason gets underway.

And one team has already made its mark. Cypress Lakes High School, fresh off its first district football championship in school history, defeated Klein Collins 40-38 on Thursday, November 12, to advance in the playoffs. Five more CFISD teams are scheduled to compete Friday, November 13, with kickoff set for 7 p.m.

From long-awaited playoff returns to championship seasons, this year's achievements reflect the hard work of student-athletes and coaches throughout the district, along with the support of the school communities behind them.

Cypress Lakes Football Makes School History With First District Championship

For Cypress Lakes High School, the 2026 football season has already become one for the record books.

In its 17 seasons of varsity football, Cypress Lakes had never captured a district championship until this year. The Spartans finished 6-1 in District 16-6A play, sharing the title with Cypress Falls and Langham Creek.

The Spartans also completed the regular season with an 8-2 record, setting a school record for the most wins in a single season.

Cypress Lakes carried that momentum into its bi-district playoff matchup against Klein Collins on Thursday, November 12, at Cy-Fair FCU Stadium. The Spartans secured a 40-38 victory, improving their overall record to 9-2 and earning a place in the next round of the Texas high school football playoffs.

For a program celebrating its first district title, the postseason victory adds another memorable accomplishment to an already historic year.

Cypress Falls, Langham Creek and Cypress Woods Celebrate Playoff Success

Cypress Lakes was not alone at the top of District 16-6A. Cypress Falls High School and Langham Creek High School also finished district play with identical 6-1 records, creating a three-way tie for the district championship.

Cypress Falls High School completed the regular season with a 9-1 overall record and will make its fifth consecutive playoff appearance. The Golden Eagles have become a familiar presence in postseason football and will look to continue that run against Magnolia.

Langham Creek High School is celebrating two significant milestones of its own. The Lobos earned their first district football championship since 2014 and secured their first playoff berth since 2018.

For Langham Creek players, alumni and longtime supporters, the return marks an important moment for a program that has spent eight seasons working toward another postseason appearance.

Cypress Woods High School claimed the fourth and final playoff spot from District 16-6A after finishing 4-3 in district competition. The Wildcats are returning to the playoffs after missing the postseason in 2025, accomplishing the feat during head coach Jeremy Hickman's second season leading the program.

Together, the four schools give District 16-6A a strong presence in this year's Texas high school football playoffs.

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Bridgeland Football Goes Undefeated in District Play as Cypress Ranch Finishes Second

Across District 23-6A, two more CFISD football programs are carrying successful regular seasons into the postseason.

Bridgeland High School finished a perfect 7-0 in district competition, earning its third outright district championship in the past four years.

The undefeated district run adds another accomplishment to the Bears' recent success and gives Bridgeland students, families and supporters another opportunity to watch their team compete on the playoff stage.

Cypress Ranch High School finished second in District 23-6A with a 6-1 record. The Mustangs' only district loss came against Bridgeland, making the two CFISD schools the top finishers in their district.

Both teams will compete in Class 6A Division I bi-district games on Friday, November 13.

CFISD Football Playoff Schedule: Friday, November 13, 2026

For families planning to attend the games, five CFISD teams are scheduled to take the field Friday evening. All kickoff times are 7 p.m.

Class 6A Division I

Bridgeland High School vs. Vandegrift High School

• Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m.
• Location: Cy-Fair FCU Stadium, Cypress
• Purchase Bridgeland vs. Vandegrift Tickets

Cypress Ranch High School vs. Hutto High School

• Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m.
• Location: Tigerland Stadium, A&M Consolidated High School, College Station
• Purchase Cypress Ranch vs. Hutto Tickets

Cypress Woods High School vs. Klein High School

• Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m.
• Location: Klein Memorial Stadium
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Class 6A Division II

Cypress Falls High School vs. Magnolia High School

• Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m.
• Location: Pridgeon Stadium, Cypress
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Langham Creek High School vs. Tomball High School

• Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m.
• Location: Tomball ISD Stadium
• Purchase Langham Creek vs. Tomball Tickets

Thursday, November 12, Playoff Result

• Cypress Lakes High School defeated Klein Collins High School, 40-38, at Cy-Fair FCU Stadium in Cypress. The game was part of the Class 6A Division I bi-district playoffs.
• CFISD Cypress Lakes vs. Klein Collins Game Listing

CFISD Football Playoff Tickets: What Families Need to Know

For playoff games hosted at Pridgeon Stadium or Cy-Fair FCU Stadium, CFISD has announced the following ticket prices:

• Student tickets: $5.50

• Adult tickets: $10.50

Ticket prices for games at other stadiums may vary. Families attending Friday's games are encouraged to purchase tickets through the designated ticketing links and review any applicable venue policies before leaving home.

What Happens Next for CFISD's Playoff Teams?

The opening round of the 2026 UIL Texas high school football playoffs is an opportunity for six CFISD programs to extend their seasons, with Cypress Lakes already securing its place in the next round.

For the five schools playing Friday night, a victory would mean advancing to the area round, scheduled for November 19-21.

While the results will determine which teams continue their championship pursuits, reaching the postseason is itself an accomplishment worth recognizing. From Cypress Lakes' first district title to Langham Creek's long-awaited return and Bridgeland's undefeated district campaign, these are milestones that players, coaches and school communities can look back on with pride.

For parents who have spent countless evenings in the stands, students cheering on their classmates and alumni following their schools from near and far, the playoffs offer another chance to come together around a shared tradition of Texas high school football.

Stay connected with My Neighborhood News for more CFISD football playoff results, upcoming game schedules and local high school sports coverage throughout the 2026 postseason.

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By Tiffany Krenek, My Neighborhood News 

 

Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.

 

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