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State 7-on-7 tournament pools announced; Allen, Plano, Panther Creek, Coppell among qualifiers
By By Matt Welch | Star Local Media at Star Local Media - Plano (local newspaper group)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
On Thursday-Saturday, 128 high school football teams will converge on Veterans Park and Athletic Complex in College Station for the 7-on-7 state tournament.
Why this matters in The Plano
The presence of Allen, Plano , Panther Creek, and Coppell in the state 7-on-7 tournament pools is a testament to the strength of high school football in the Collin County area. With four local teams qualifying for the tournament, fans in Plano and surrounding communities will have a keen interest in the outcome. The tournament, which will draw 128 teams to College Station, provides a unique opportunity for these teams to test their skills against top competition from across the state. As the teams prepare to face off at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, local football enthusiasts will be watching closely to see how the area's top players and teams stack up against the best of the best. The tournament's results may also offer an early glimpse into the upcoming high school football season, which is sure to be highly anticipated in Plano and beyond.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: Star Local Media - Plano (local newspaper group) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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