Dallas, Texas

Everything Dallas is known for

462 songs mention this city 582 artists from here

Dallas, Texas, a major city in North Texas, has a dynamic music scene with a rich history. The city is home to 582 artists, including pop star Demi Lovato and R&B icon Erykah Badu. Dallas is also mentioned in 446 songs, such as "Puck Off" by Pantera and "Civil War" by Guns N' Roses. The city has a diverse range of musical genres, including country, blues, jazz, hip-hop, and rock.

Music in Dallas

Songs About Dallas

Civil War
Guns N' Roses
100%
"And in my first memories, they shot Kennedy"
Puck Off
Pantera
100%
Virginia
The Bends (USA)
97%
"You were drinking through your classes back at Hockaday"
Mother Blues
Ray Wylie Hubbard
92%
"There was a night club in Dallas called Mother Blues"
She Loves the Dallas Cowboys
Cole Allen
90%
"Title — song is entirely about the Dallas Cowboys"
lifes too short to live in dallas
ross cooper
90%
Oak Cliff
Mac-K the K Baby
90%
"Title-place: Oak Cliff"
Dallas Nights
Mac-K the K Baby
90%
"Title-place: Dallas"
Oak Cliff
Quint Black
90%
"Oak Cliff"
Pour Me A Drink (feat. Blake Shelton)
Post Malone
90%
"Dallas dropped another game in overtime"
dallas, 1963
darrin bradbury
90%
Visions of Dallas
Charley Crockett
83%
"Having visions of Dallas"
Dicked Down in Dallas
Trey Lewis
83%
"Dicked Down in Dallas"
Fort Worth, Dallas Or Houston
George Hamilton IV
83%
"In Fort Worth Dallas or Houston or in San Antone"
Cowboy Hat in Dallas
Charlie Daniels
83%
"TITLE"
Leavin' Dallas
Houston Marchman & The Contraband
83%
Just Outside Of Dallas
Caden Gillard
83%
Dallas Love
Josh Abbott Band
83%
"Dallas Love"
Here I Am In Dallas
Dallas Wayne
83%
Dallas Girl
Thomas Csorba
83%

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Artists From Dallas

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BigXthaPlug
hip-hop Pop: 81
D
Demi Lovato
pop Pop: 78
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LATIN MAFIA
latin Pop: 75
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Erykah Badu
r-n-b Pop: 69
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The Chicks
country Pop: 66
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Nick Jonas
pop Pop: 66
6
6arelyhuman
electronic Pop: 66
D
Drowning Pool
metal Pop: 64
S
St. Vincent
indie Pop: 61
M
Maggie Lindemann
rock Pop: 61
L
Lil Loaded
hip-hop Pop: 61
E
England Dan & John Ford Coley
rock Pop: 59
G
GAYLE
pop Pop: 59
M
Mo3
hip-hop Pop: 58
T
Trini Lopez
latin Pop: 58
V
Vanilla Ice
hip-hop Pop: 58
E
Edie Brickell
rock Pop: 58
j
jxdn
indie Pop: 58
T
The D.O.C.
hip-hop Pop: 56
B
Bleu Edmondson
country Pop: 55

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Rivers & Roads in Song near Dallas

Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Dallas.

Interstate 45 2 songs Trinity River 8 songs Interstate 20 10 songs Texas State Highway 199 8 songs Interstate 35 27 songs

History of Dallas

Dallas, TX RoadyGoat

Dallas, situated within the Blackland Prairies of North Texas, owes its early growth to its strategic location. The area, relatively flat at 430 feet above sea level, became a central hub for distributing cotton grown in the fertile black soil. Later, oil further fueled its expansion. Named in 1845 for Vice President George Mifflin Dallas, the city incorporated just over a decade later and evolved into a center for professional and business services. Today, Dallas balances its ambitious spirit with a touch of Southern hospitality. The Dallas Arts District stands as a testament to its cultural aspirations, while the Dallas Cowboys, "America's Team," embody the city's passion. The city is a place where big dreams take root.

Dallas, TX RoadyGoat

Dallas, situated in the Blackland Prairies of North Texas, owes its character to a blend of influences. Initially a trading post, its location within the fertile cotton belt drew settlers from the American South, their language and traditions shaping early Dallas culture. The city's later rise as a distribution hub for oil further diversified its population. Though distinct Southern speech patterns have largely faded into a more generalized Texas accent, traces of that heritage persist in the city's hospitality. The modern city reflects a striving spirit, a place where big dreams are pursued against the backdrop of Texas's open sky.

The Trinity River Massacre RoadyGoat

1971

On the night of February 15, 1971, five law-enforcement officers were ambushed and most of them killed in the Trinity River bottoms near the Westmoreland bridge in West Dallas, in what became known as the Trinity River Massacre -- one of the deadliest attacks on law enforcement in the city's history. Ellis County deputies had come to Dallas to serve a burglary warrant on Ingersoll Road, aided by a Spanish-speaking Dallas County deputy. Two suspects pulled guns and tied up the deputies; two more deputies who arrived were also taken captive. The suspects drove all five to the Trinity River bottoms near Westmoreland Road. One deputy, McCurley, escaped to get help, but the four others were shot and only one survived. The killings touched off one of the largest manhunts the state had seen, and the suspects were arrested four days later in a raid on an East Dallas apartment. Both were convicted; their death sentences were later commuted to life. Few markers note the site today -- the deputies' names appear on a fallen-officer memorial at Founders Plaza downtown.

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Dealey Plaza - JFK Assassination

1963

President John F. Kennedy was assassinated while riding in his motorcade through Dealey Plaza on November 22, 1963.

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Kennedy Assassination

1963

On November 21, 1963, President John Fitzgerald Kennedy left Washington, D.C., for Texas to attend several official functions, to present his administration's views in personal speeches, and to help reunify the conservative and liberal wings of the Democratic party in Texas. He first flew to San Antonio to join Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson in dedicating the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine, attended a testimonial dinner in Houston for United States representative Albert Thomas, then flew to Fort Worth and spent the night at Hotel Texas. On the morning of November 22 he addressed a breakfast sponsored by the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, then flew to Dallas, where began a motorcade trip in an open car with his wife Jacqueline (Bouvier) Kennedy, Governor John B. Connally , and the governor's wife, Idanell (Brill) Connally . The motorcade travelled through town toward the Dallas Trade Mart, where Kennedy was to speak at a luncheon. At 12:30 P.M., as the car started down the Elm Street hill leading beneath a railroad overpass in Dealey Plaza, several shots were fired, and Kennedy and Connally were hit. They were rushed to Parkland Memorial Hospital, where the president was pronounced dead at 1:00 P.M. from wounds in the neck and head. Connally, wounded in the back, wrist, and thigh, recovered. At 2:38 P.M. Johnson was sworn in as president by United States district judge Sarah T. Hughes , with Claudia "Lady Bird" Johnson and Kennedy's widow in attendance, at Love Field on the plane that returned Kennedy's body to Washington that evening. Between 1:45 and 2:00 P.M. of the same day, Lee Harvey Oswald was arrested in the Texas Theatre in the Oak Cliff section of Dallas and charged with the murder of policemen J. D. Tippit . On November 23 Oswald was charged with murdering Kennedy with a rifle fired from the sixth floor of the Texas School Book Depository . On November 24 Oswald was shot and killed by Jack Ruby , a Dallas lounge operator, in the basement of the city jail while being transferred to the county jail. Ruby was indicted for murder on November 26, 1963, and was convicted on March 14, 1964. The conviction was appealed, and in November, 1966, a new trial with a change of venue was ordered. Ruby died on January 3, 1967, before the second trial began. On November 29, 1963, President Johnson established the President's Commission on the Assassination of President John F. Kennedy, also known as the Warren Commission, which consisted of seven men representing the United States Supreme Court, Senate, House of Representatives, the public, and the Central Intelligence Agency. Chaired by Chief Justice Earl Warren, the commission met first on December 5, 1963, and submitted its multivolume report on September 24, 1964. From the moment of publication, the report was both criticized and defended vigorously. Hundreds of books and articles have been written on the subject. Skeptics are critical of the commission's inquiry or offer alternate theories about the circumstances and events connected with the assassination. Conversely, many defenders of the Warren report have debunked a number of conspiracy theories. Although the commission concluded that Oswald acted alone, they also noted that it was impossible to prove conclusively that no conspiracy existed. In February 1975, Congressman Henry B. Gonzales introduced House Resolution 204 to convene a House select committee to reexamine the assassinations of President Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King, Jr. The committee, which met several times between 1977 and 1979, concluded in its final report (July 1979) that JFK "was probably killed as the result of a conspiracy" but admitted that "the Committee was unable to identify the other gunman or the extent of the conspiracy." In 1989 the Sixth Floor Museum was opened in the former Texas School Book Depository building as a museum and memorial to President Kennedy. In 1992, as a result of increased public

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Oswald, Lee Harvey

1963

Lee Harvey Oswald, alleged assassin of President John F. Kennedy, was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on October 18, 1939, the third son of Marguerite Claverie Oswald. His father, Robert Lee Oswald, had died of a heart attack two months earlier. Young Oswald was placed in a Lutheran orphanage at the age of three, but he was removed when his mother left for Dallas in January 1944 and remarried. His schooling began in Benbrook, Texas, but he reentered the first grade in Covington, Louisiana, in 1946; he continued his education in Fort Worth in January 1947, as a result of his mother's separation and divorce. After he and his mother moved to New York in August 1952, he became a chronic truant and was placed under psychiatric care. They moved again to New Orleans in January 1954; in 1955 Oswald left school and tried unsuccessfully to join the Marine Corps. He found a job and used his spare time to pursue his growing interest in communist literature. He returned to Fort Worth with his mother in July of the following year and in October 1956 joined the Marine Corps. He served fifteen months overseas, mostly in Japan; later he served in California. After an appeal based on the illness of his mother, he was released early from the service in September 1959. A month later Oswald left for the Soviet Union, entering through Finland. He tried to commit suicide when ordered out of Russia, but while attempting to renounce his United States citizenship he was permitted to remain and work in a Russian radio factory. On April 30, 1961, he married Marina Nikolaevna Prusakova. A daughter was born in February 1962, and in June, after prolonged efforts, Oswald was allowed to return with his family to the United States. He lived in Fort Worth until October, when he moved to Dallas. On April 10, 1963, he attempted to kill Maj. Gen. Edwin A. Walker at the latter's home; the bullet missed Walker by inches. In late April, upon his return to New Orleans, Oswald organized a so-called Fair Play for Cuba Committee. He went to Mexico in September in an unsuccessful effort to get a visa to Cuba and the Soviet Union, and he returned in October to Dallas. A second daughter was born at that time. Oswald was arrested on November 22, 1963, and later charged with the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and the murder of policeman J. D. Tippit . It was alleged that Oswald positioned himself in a sixth-story window of the Texas School Book Depository and there fired on the motorcade of President Kennedy and Governor John B. Connally . It was also claimed that Oswald killed J. D. Tippit shortly after the assassination while resisting arrest. Oswald was finally arrested in a movie theater that same day in the Oak Cliff section of Dallas. Two days later, on November 24, Oswald was shot and killed by Jack Ruby in the basement of the city jail while being transferred to the county jail. He was buried in Fort Worth. See also KENNEDY ASSASSINATION .

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Roe v. Wade

1970

A Texas case stands at the center of years of national debate about the issue of abortion. That case, Roe v. Wade , was decided by the United States Supreme Court on January 22, 1973. The ruling basically held that women have a right, under the Fourteenth Amendment of the United States Constitution, to decide whether to continue or to terminate a pregnancy. It overturned a Texas law making all abortions (except those performed to save the life of the woman) illegal, and by implication overturned antiabortion statutes in most other states. The roots of the case lie in Austin, Texas, during the late 1960s. A group of local volunteers were telling women about birth control and how to avoid pregnancy. Their action followed a 1965 Supreme Court case, Griswold v. Connecticut , which overturned state laws making criminal the use of contraception. However, some women who approached them were already pregnant and wanted to know where and how to get an abortion. The volunteers originally wanted to know whether they could legally provide that information, including information about illegal abortion providers in Texas and Mexico, or whether doing so would subject them to possible prosecution as accomplices to the crime of abortion. In March 1970 a suit was filed in Dallas in a three-judge federal district court on behalf of a pregnant woman known as Jane Roe (later identified as Norma McCorvey ) and all other women "who were or might become pregnant and want to consider all options." The suit was against Henry Wade , the district attorney at Dallas, an official responsible for enforcing criminal laws, including antiabortion statutes. The suit asked that the Texas law be declared unconstitutional and that an injunction be issued telling Wade to stop prosecuting doctors who performed abortions. The three-judge court declared that the "freedom to choose in the matter of abortions has been accorded the status of a `fundamental' right in every case the court had examined, and that the burden is on the defendant to demonstrate to the satisfaction of the court that the infringement [by the Texas abortion laws] is necessary to support a compelling state interest." Although this burden was not met and the court declared the Texas law unconstitutional, the court still refused to issue an injunction against Wade. The following day Wade announced that he would continue to prosecute physicians who provided abortion services. Both sides appealed, and eventually the Supreme Court agreed to hear the case. The Supreme Court's 1973 decision held that there was a constitutional right of privacy. Seven justices joined the majority opinion written by Justice Harry Blackmun; two justices dissented. The opinion written by Justice Blackmun said in part: The constitution does not explicitly mention any right of privacy. In a line of decisions, however...the Court has recognized that a right of personal privacy, or a guarantee of certain areas or zones of privacy, does exist under the Constitution....These decisions make it clear that only personal rights that can be deemed "fundamental" or "implicit in the concept of ordered liberty"...are included in this guarantee of personal privacy. They also make it clear that the right has some extension to activities relating to marriage...procreation... contraception...family relationships...and child rearing and education. This right of privacy, whether it be founded in the Fourteenth Amendment's concept of personal liberty and restrictions upon state action, as we feel it is, or, as the District Court determined, in the Ninth Amendment's reservation of rights to the people, is broad enough to encompass a woman's decision whether or not to terminate her pregnancy. The detriment that the state would impose upon the pregnant woman by denying this choice altogether is apparent. Justices William Rehnquist and Byron White, the two dissenting justices, asserted that there was no right of personal privacy such as that recogniz

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Parkland Hospital

1963

Dallas first opened a city hospital on Lamar street in 1874, moving to Maple Avenue in the 1890s. In 1913, a new state of the art facility was erected, reflecting a nationwide movement toward modern medical care. The new building was the source of development for the neighborhood as a medical center and also the first home to Southwestern Medical College (now the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School). In 1954, Parkland Hospital relocated to a new facility at 5201 Harry Hines Blvd, where it set standards in healthcare and in medical advances. On November 22, 1963, John F. Kennedy was taken to that facility following his assassination. Today, Parkland Hospital continues to be a leader in providing medical care to the needy.

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Dallas City Hall, 1914-1978

1910

In May 1910 Dallas officials determined that the City Hall, then situated on the northwest corner of Commerce and Akard Streets, had become too small to serve adequately the city's population of over 90,000. They sold the property to Adolphus Busch, who built the Adolphus Hotel at that site. A number of locations were considered for the new municipal facility before C. C. Slaughter suggested this site, which the city purchased in the fall of 1911. Voters approved a bond issue in an April 1912 election, and construction began in May 1913. The completed building opened on Oct. 17, 1914, to coincide with the start of the State Fair. C. D. Hill and Co. of Dallas designed the five-story Beaux-arts City Hall, constructed of Texas gray granite. Ornate Corinthian columns line the Classical facade. The interior of the structure, originally finished with marble floors and mahogany woodwork, has been remodeled periodically to provide additional office space. In 1956 the adjacent municipal building was erected to serve the growing city. In the basement of this structure on Nov. 24, 1963, Jack Ruby fatally shot Lee Harvey Oswald, alleged assassin of President John F. Kennedy. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1978

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Things to Do in Dallas

historical 0.7 mi away
Dealey Plaza

On November 22 1963 President John F Kennedy rode through Dealey Plaza in an open Lincoln convertible and was shot from the sixth floor window of the Texas…
historical 0.7 mi away
The Sixth Floor Museum

Where Lee Harvey Oswald fired from. The JFK assassination site at Dealey Plaza.
quirky 2.1 mi away
Big Tex at the State Fair

A fifty-five-foot cowboy named Big Tex has welcomed visitors to the State Fair of Texas in Fair Park Dallas every fall since 1952. He booms howdy folks over a…
food 0.8 mi away
Pecan Lodge

Dallas' best BBQ. The beef rib alone is worth the drive.
spooky 5.1 mi away
Lady of White Rock Lake

Since the 1930s drivers along White Rock Lake report picking up a soaking-wet woman in a white dress. She asks for a ride home then vanishes leaving the seat…
historical 20.7 mi away
Southfork Ranch

The filming location of TV's Dallas. JR Ewing lived here.
quirky 20.8 mi away
Southfork Ranch

The Ewing family TV mansion from the Dallas soap opera sits on two hundred acres in Parker Texas and is open for tours every day. JRs bedroom is there. The…

Sports in Dallas

🏆 STATE CHAMPIONS Class 5A · Football · 2016–2018

Highland Park — UIL 5A Football State Champions — 3 titles

Most recent: 27-17 over Alvin Shadow Creek · 2018 5A Division 1 final

Highland Park High School, a familiar name in Dallas, Texas high school football, has established a notable record in Class 5A. The Scots have secured multiple state championships, showcasing their consistent performance on the field. Their achievements reflect a strong tradition in Texas high school sports.

The school has also seen several of its athletes advance to higher levels of competition. Notable alumni include Hudson Clark, Bobby Layne, Chandler Morris, and Matthew Stafford, all of whom have played at either the major college or professional level. This pipeline of talent underscores the program's enduring impact.

State titles
3 (2016–2018)
Most recent
2018, 27-17
Class
5A
Key Players
  • Hudson Clark — , college football safety for the Arkansas Razorbacks
  • Bobby Layne — , quarterback, 3-time NFL champion, Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee
  • Chandler Morris — , quarterback for the North Texas Mean Green
  • Matthew Stafford — , former quarterback for Georgia Bulldogs, Detroit Lions, starting quarterback for Los Ang
The moment

In 2018, Highland Park triumphed over Alvin Shadow Creek with a score of 27-17 in the 5A Division 1 state championship.

Sources: Wikipedia · UIL State Championship Archives · SI High School (ScoreBook Live)
🏆 STATE CHAMPIONS Class 5A · Football · 2021–2025

South Oak Cliff — UIL 5A Football State Champions — 3 titles

Most recent: 35-19 over Richmond Randle · 2025 5A Division 2 final

South Oak Cliff High School in Dallas, a Class 5A football powerhouse, has firmly established its place in Texas high school sports. The Golden Bears have secured three UIL 5A Division 2 State Championships. Their impressive run includes back-to-back titles in recent years, showcasing consistent excellence on the field.

The school has also been a launching pad for significant talent, with notable alumni like Michael Downs, Kevin Jennings, Harvey Martin, and Malik Muhammad going on to professional careers or major college programs. This tradition of developing top-tier athletes contributes to South Oak Cliff's reputation as a formidable competitor in Texas football.

State titles
3 (2021–2025)
Most recent
2025, 35-19
Class
5A
Key Players
  • Michael Downs — '77; All Conference, Rice University; former NFL All-Pro safety
  • Kevin Jennings — '22; quarterback for the SMU Mustangs
  • Harvey Martin — '68; East Texas State University; former NFL defensive player of the year; All Pro defensi
  • Malik Muhammad — '23; cornerback for the Texas Longhorns
The moment

In 2025, South Oak Cliff High School triumphed in the 5A Division 2 State Championship, defeating Richmond Randle with a score of 35-19.

Sources: Wikipedia · UIL State Championship Archives · SI High School (ScoreBook Live)
⭐ HOMETOWN LEGENDS Class 6A · Football

Skyline — Skyline — a college & pro athletic pipeline

18 alumni who reached major-college or pro sports

Dallas, TX – Skyline High School has a proud tradition of developing athletes who excel beyond high school, making their mark in major college and professional sports. The Raiders' legacy includes several football players who reached the NFL, such as Mikail Baker, Josh Bell, Aaron Brewer, Mike Davis, and Paul Dawson. These athletes represent the dedication and skill fostered within Skyline's athletic programs.

The school's impact isn't limited to the gridiron. Skyline also celebrates alumni like Marcus Garrett, who played basketball in the NBA, and Omar Gonzalez, an MLS soccer player. Chris Holt took his talents to Major League Baseball, showcasing the diverse athletic achievements of Skyline graduates. The community takes pride in these individuals who have competed at the highest levels of their respective sports.

Pro/D1 alumni
18
Class
6A
Key Players
  • Mikail Baker — '05, NFL football player
  • Josh Bell — '03, NFL and CFL football player
  • Aaron Brewer — '16, NFL football player
  • Mike Davis — '10, NFL football player
  • Paul Dawson — '11, NFL football player
  • Marcus Garrett — '17, basketball player, signed two-way contract with NBA Miami Heat
The moment

Marcus Garrett signed a two-way contract with the NBA Miami Heat.

Sources: Wikipedia · SI High School (ScoreBook Live)
⭐ HOMETOWN LEGENDS Class 5A · Football

Hillcrest Panthers — Hillcrest — a college & pro athletic pipeline

5 alumni who reached major-college or pro sports

Hillcrest High School in Dallas, a proud Class 5A institution, has a notable history of athletes who went on to compete at major-college and professional levels. The school's athletic programs have produced talents like Colin Allred, a former NFL football player. Rickey Bolden also represented Hillcrest as a former NFL football player for the Cleveland Browns.

The Panther legacy extends to other sports and players, including Erric Pegram, a former NFL football player, and Damien Robinson, another former NFL football player. On the hardwood, Daniss Jenkins stands out as a basketball player who has made his mark beyond high school.

Pro/D1 alumni
5
Class
5A
Key Players
  • Colin Allred — (2001) former NFL football player, United States House of Representatives member.
  • Rickey Bolden — (1980) Former NFL Football player - Cleveland Browns 1984 - 1990
  • Daniss Jenkins — (2019) Basketball player
  • Erric Pegram — former NFL football player.{{cite news | first = Rick | last = Atkison | url = http://mcki
  • Damien Robinson — (1992) Former NFL football player.
The moment

Rickey Bolden was a former NFL football player for the Cleveland Browns.

Sources: Wikipedia · SI High School (ScoreBook Live)
⭐ HOMETOWN LEGENDS Class 5A · Baseball

Sunset Bisons — Sunset — a college & pro athletic pipeline

4 alumni who reached major-college or pro sports

Sunset High School, a proud part of Dallas athletics, has seen several of its former students go on to achieve significant accomplishments in major college and professional sports. These athletes represent a long-standing tradition of talent emerging from the Class 5A school. Their journeys from the fields and tracks of Sunset to higher levels of competition provide inspiration for current and future Bison athletes.

Among Sunset's notable alumni are Davey Williams, a Major League Baseball player for the New York Giants, and Carl Warwick, who played Major League Baseball for teams including the Dodgers and St. Louis Cardinals. The school also celebrates Eddie Southern, an Olympic Silver Medalist in the 400 Meter Hurdles, and Jerry Mays, an All Southwest Conference player at SMU and a captain for the Kansas City Chiefs.

Pro/D1 alumni
4
Class
5A
Founded
1925
Key Players
  • Davey Williams — , (1945), Major League Baseball player; entire career with New York Giants; appeared in 19
  • Carl Warwick — , (1954), played Major League Baseball for Dodgers, Colt 45's, Orioles, Cubs; Won 1964 Wor
  • Eddie Southern — , (1955), 1956 Olympic Silver Medalist, 400 Meter Hurdles; 1959 NCAA 440 Yard Champion; Me
  • Jerry Mays — , (1957), All Southwest Conference at SMU; member of 1962 American Football League champio
The moment

Jerry Mays was a member of the American Football League champion Dallas Texans.

Sources: Wikipedia · SI High School (ScoreBook Live)
⭐ HOMETOWN LEGENDS Class 4A · Football

Wilmer-Hutchins — Wilmer-Hutchins — a college & pro athletic pipeline

4 alumni who reached major-college or pro sports

Wilmer-Hutchins High School, a 4A school in Dallas, has seen several of its athletic alumni go on to compete at major-college or professional levels. These former Eagles have represented their hometown on bigger stages, showcasing the talent fostered within the school's programs. Among them are athletes who have made their mark in both football and basketball.

The list of notable alumni includes Rickey Dixon, a former NFL football Safety, and Keith Washington, a former NFL football defensive end. Warren Jones, a former CFL football quarterback, also hails from Wilmer-Hutchins. On the basketball court, Spud Webb, a retired NBA basketball point guard, stands out as another one of the school's successful athletic alums.

Pro/D1 alumni
4
Class
4A
Founded
1928
Key Players
  • Rickey Dixon — , former NFL football Safety
  • Warren Jones — , former CFL football quarterback
  • Keith Washington — , former NFL football defensive end
  • Spud Webb — , retired NBA basketball point guard
The moment

Spud Webb, a retired NBA basketball point guard, is one of the notable alumni from Wilmer-Hutchins High School.

Sources: Wikipedia · SI High School (ScoreBook Live)
⭐ HOMETOWN LEGENDS Class 5A · Baseball

W T White The Longhorns — W T White — a college & pro athletic pipeline

4 alumni who reached major-college or pro sports

W. T. White High School in Dallas has a proud tradition of developing athletes who went on to compete at the highest levels of professional sports. The Longhorns have seen several of their own make it to Major League Baseball and the National Football League. These alumni represent the dedication and skill fostered within the school's athletic programs, providing inspiration for current and future generations of student-athletes.

Among the notable W. T. White graduates are Jean Barrett, a former NFL offensive lineman for the San Francisco 49ers, and Trey Beamon, a former Major League Baseball outfielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, San Diego Padres, and Detroit Tigers. The school also celebrates Bryan Holaday, a Major League Baseball catcher for the Detroit Tigers, and Calvin Murray, a former Major League Baseball outfielder for the San Francisco Giants, Texas Rangers, and Chicago Cubs.

Pro/D1 alumni
4
Class
5A
Key Players
  • Jean Barrett — (1968) – former NFL offensive lineman 1973–1980, San Francisco 49ers
  • Trey Beamon — (1992) – former Major League Baseball outfielder 1996–98, Pittsburgh Pirates, San Diego Pa
  • Bryan Holaday — (2006) – Major League Baseball catcher for Detroit Tigers
  • Calvin Murray — (1989) – former Major League Baseball outfielder 1999–2004, San Francisco Giants, Texas Ra
The moment

Bryan Holaday played as a Major League Baseball catcher for the Detroit Tigers.

Sources: Wikipedia
🏆 STATE CHAMPIONS Class 3A · Boys Basketball · 2017–2026

James Madison — UIL 3A Boys Basketball State Champions — 4 titles

Most recent: 2026 3A Division 1

Dallas, Texas – James Madison High School stands as a prominent fixture in the state's basketball landscape, particularly within Class 3A. The Trojans have secured four UIL State Championships in boys' basketball. Their victories include the 2026 3A Division 1 title, along with 3A championships in 2022, 2019, and 2017. These achievements highlight a sustained period of excellence for the program.

The gym at James Madison High has been home to many exciting seasons, with the Trojans consistently competing at a high level. The community in Dallas has rallied behind its team, witnessing a program that knows how to reach the pinnacle of high school basketball in Texas. The multiple state titles reflect a strong tradition of success on the court.

State titles
4 (2017–2026)
Most recent
2026
Class
3A
The moment

The 2026 3A Division 1 state championship marked a significant achievement for James Madison High School.

Sources: UIL State Championship Archives · SI High School (ScoreBook Live)
🏆 STATE CHAMPIONS Class 4A · Boys Basketball · 2023–2026

Justin F Kimball — UIL 4A Boys Basketball State Champions — 3 titles

Most recent: 2026 4A Division 1

Justin F Kimball High School in Dallas stands as a prominent force in Class 4A boys' basketball, boasting an impressive record of state championships. The team secured the 4A Division 1 title in 2026, adding to their success with another 4A Division 1 championship in 2025. These recent victories highlight a consistent performance at the state level, building on a history of success in Texas high school basketball.

The school's championship pedigree also includes a 5A state title earned in 2023. This achievement across different classifications showcases the program's ability to compete at the highest levels of Texas high school sports. The energy around Kimball basketball remains strong, with the community following each season with keen interest.

State titles
3 (2023–2026)
Most recent
2026
Class
4A
The moment

The 2026 4A Division 1 championship was a significant moment for Justin F Kimball High School.

Sources: UIL State Championship Archives
🏆 STATE CHAMPIONS Class 4A · Boys Basketball · 2026

David W Carter — 2026 UIL 4A Division 2 Boys Basketball State Champions

Most recent: 2026 4A Division 2

David W. Carter High School in Dallas has a notable place in Texas high school basketball. Competing in Class 4A, the Cowboys have demonstrated their skill and determination on the court, achieving a significant milestone in recent memory. Their program reflects the competitive spirit found across the Lone Star State.

The Carter Cowboys secured a UIL 4A Division 2 State Championship in 2026. This achievement highlights a period of excellence for the Dallas school's basketball program, bringing pride to their community. The team's hard work culminated in a state title, marking a high point for David W. Carter High School.

State titles
2026
Most recent
2026
Class
4A
The moment

The 2026 4A Division 2 State Championship represents a pinnacle for David W. Carter High School's boys basketball program.

Sources: UIL State Championship Archives
🏆 STATE CHAMPIONS Class 6A · Boys Basketball · 2023

Lake Highlands — 2023 UIL 6A Boys Basketball State Champions

Most recent: 2023 6A

Lake Highlands High School, a familiar name in Dallas 6A sports, has established a strong basketball program. The Wildcats have reached the pinnacle of Texas high school basketball, securing a UIL State Championship. This achievement reflects the consistent effort and dedication within the program, bringing pride to the Lake Highlands community.

The boys' basketball team's success is a point of local pride, showcasing the competitive spirit fostered in the Dallas area. Their state title stands as a significant milestone, celebrated by students, faculty, and fans alike, underscoring the school's commitment to athletic excellence on the statewide stage.

State titles
2023
Most recent
2023
Class
6A
The moment

The Lake Highlands Wildcats boys' basketball team claimed the 6A UIL State Championship in 2023.

Sources: UIL State Championship Archives · SI High School (ScoreBook Live)
🏆 STATE CHAMPIONS Class 4A · Girls Basketball · 2025–2026

Lincoln Humanities/Communications Magnet High Sch — UIL 4A Girls Basketball State Champions — 2 titles

Most recent: 2026 4A Division 2

From the heart of Dallas, the Lincoln Humanities/Communications Magnet High School girls' basketball team has established a strong presence in Class 4A. Their recent achievements include back-to-back UIL 4A Division 2 State Championships in 2025 and 2026. These titles highlight a period of significant success for the Lady Tigers on the statewide stage, bringing pride to their community.

The school, known for its focus on humanities and communications, clearly also cultivates athletic excellence. These state championships are a testament to the dedication found within the program at Lincoln High, underscoring their competitive spirit in Texas high school basketball.

State titles
2 (2025–2026)
Most recent
2026
Class
4A
The moment

The Lincoln Lady Tigers secured the 4A Division 2 State Championship in 2025.

Sources: UIL State Championship Archives
🏆 STATE CHAMPIONS Class 5A · Volleyball · 2025

Highland Park — 2025 UIL 5A Division 1 Volleyball State Champions

Most recent: 2025 5A Division 1

Highland Park High School, nestled in Dallas, boasts a strong volleyball program competing in Class 5A. The Lady Scots have made their mark in UIL state championship play, demonstrating consistent performance and a drive for excellence on the court.

The program's dedication culminated in a significant achievement for the Highland Park community. Their hard work and strategic play led them to capture the 5A Division 1 state title in 2025, a memorable season for the school's athletic history.

State titles
2025
Most recent
2025
Class
5A
The moment

The Highland Park High School volleyball team secured the 5A Division 1 state championship in 2025.

Sources: Wikipedia · UIL State Championship Archives · SI High School (ScoreBook Live)

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