District 9-5A D1 Thread 2026/2027

[2trill]

35 days 

[OlDawg]

The Best High School Football Stadium 2026 is down to Bruce Bradshaw Stadium vs Bulldog Stadium in La Porte. I can't believe Bulldog beat out Eagle Stadium in Allen! But, I must admit, Bulldog is VERY sweet, and just about the right size with the lighting, sound system, open concourse with the picnic tables, and even A/C in the heads. The video screen is awesome as well. Add in the seabreeze from the Bay about 200 yards away, and it's pretty nice.

[Mr. Buddy Garrity]

Just now, OlDawg said:

The Best High School Football Stadium 2026 is down to Bruce Bradshaw Stadium vs Bulldog Stadium in La Porte. I can't believe Bulldog beat out Eagle Stadium in Allen! But, I must admit, Bulldog is VERY sweet...

Who yall paid to vote? 🤣

[OlDawg]

4 minutes ago, Mr. Buddy Garrity said:

Who yall paid to vote? 🤣

You know them La Porte people. They're like rabid dogs. 🤣

[OlDawg]

Bruce Bradshaw Stadium (West Rusk) was named the Best High School Stadium in Texas 2026 by fan voting. Bulldog Stadium in La Porte was Runner-Up. My understanding is that Bruce Bradshaw Stadium was the initial field for Friday Night Lights as the first stadium in Texas to host a game under lights.

Pretty historic stadium.

Bulldog, on the other hand, is probably the most modern, immersive high school stadium--technology wise--that currently exists, from the total surround sound, lighting, effects, video & banner screens, and other modern amenities.

Bradshaw is historic. Bulldog is an experience.

Both are well deserving of the accolades.

[OlDawg]

30 days...

Hope everyone is buckled up. This is gonna' be a fun district to watch.