Local Tennis Players Seeded for District Tournaments

Friendswood and Clear Creek ISD teams favored to advance in regional qualifiers

Apr. 4, 2026 at 4:11am

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The 20-5A and 24-6A district tennis tournaments are set to take place this week, with Friendswood and Clear Creek ISD schools expected to be the top contenders to advance to the regional round. Friendswood is the team to beat in 20-5A, while there are several clear favorites in 24-6A.

Why it matters

These district tournaments are the first step towards the state tennis championships, with the winners and top finishers moving on to the regional tournament. Strong showings by local teams would build excitement and support for high school tennis in the Galveston area.

The details

The 20-5A tournament will be held on Tuesday, with the 24-6A event following on Wednesday. Friendswood, which has a history of tennis excellence, is widely expected to dominate the 20-5A competition. In 24-6A, several Clear Creek ISD schools like Clear Falls, Clear Creek, and Clear Springs are favored to advance multiple players and doubles teams.

  • The 20-5A district tennis tournament will be held on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.
  • The 24-6A district tennis tournament will be held on Wednesday, April 9, 2026.

The players

Friendswood High School

A high school in Friendswood, Texas with a strong tennis program that is expected to be the team to beat in the 20-5A district tournament.

Clear Falls High School

A high school in the Clear Creek Independent School District that is favored to advance multiple players and doubles teams in the 24-6A district tournament.

Clear Creek High School

A high school in the Clear Creek Independent School District that is favored to advance multiple players and doubles teams in the 24-6A district tournament.

Clear Springs High School

A high school in the Clear Creek Independent School District that is favored to advance multiple players and doubles teams in the 24-6A district tournament.

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What’s next

The winners and top finishers from the 20-5A and 24-6A district tournaments will advance to the regional tournament, which is the next step towards the state championships.

The takeaway

These district tennis tournaments are an important milestone for high school players in the Galveston area, with Friendswood and Clear Creek ISD schools expected to be the dominant forces as they look to qualify for the regional round and beyond.