Dallas, October 23, 2025
News Summary
Several high school football games in the Dallas area have been moved from Friday to Thursday due to anticipated inclement weather. The significant schedule change includes the much-anticipated ‘Battle of Beltline’ between DeSoto and Cedar Hill, with other teams such as Duncanville, Lewisville, and Plano also affected. Fans are advised to check with their districts for specific updates about schedule changes, as JV and freshman games will also feel the impact. Meteorologists have warned of possible storms and heavy rainfall in the region.
Dallas — Several Dallas-area high school football games have been moved from Friday to Thursday this week. The schedule changes were made ahead of an expected window of inclement weather late Friday into Saturday that could include heavy rain and the potential for stronger storms. The most notable adjustment is the “Battle of Beltline” between DeSoto and Cedar Hill, and several other programs across the region are affected.
Key changes and immediate impact
Several Dallas-area high school football games have been moved from Friday to Thursday this week. The rescheduling is due to the chance of inclement weather on Friday. Notable games that have been moved include the “Battle of Beltline” between DeSoto and Cedar Hill. Other teams affected by the schedule change include Duncanville, Lewisville, Plano, McKinney, Highland Park, and Denton.
Some games have been moved earlier into the afternoon on Friday instead of being rescheduled. Changes in varsity game schedules are also impacting JV and freshman games across various districts. Fans are encouraged to check with their respective school districts for specific schedule changes.
Weather outlook driving changes
Meteorologist Ali Turiano has indicated increasing clouds and high chances of rain for Friday into Saturday, with the potential for stronger storms. The forecast prompted athletic directors and district officials to shift kickoff times and, in some cases, move games to Thursday to reduce the chance of weather-related cancellations or unsafe conditions for players and fans.
North Texas is expected to see seasonable temperatures on Sunday and the following week, with another dry cold front arriving the next Tuesday. Those conditions are expected to bring a return to more typical fall weather after the unsettled period Friday and Saturday.
What to expect at schools and events
Because varsity schedule changes are cascading through athletic departments, JV and freshman schedules have been adjusted in many places to accommodate the new varsity times. That may include earlier start times, altered pregame schedules, and shifts in transport and staffing plans. Some districts consolidated or rearranged multiple age-level contests to keep travel and logistics manageable.
Fans are encouraged to check with their respective school districts for specific schedule changes. School athletic department pages, district social media feeds, and direct communications from schools are being used to confirm final start times, gate procedures, and any ticketing changes.
Safety and logistics considerations
District officials cited player safety, spectator safety, and the potential for field damage as primary reasons to move games earlier in the week. Moving contests to Thursday reduces the likelihood of encountering heavy rain during play and gives districts time to repair or reschedule contests if weather forces cancellations.
What officials recommend
Officials advise checking official district sources for the latest updates before traveling to any game. For out-of-area attendees and media, confirm start times directly with the hosting district to avoid last-minute changes.
Next steps and where to find information
The complete list of schedule changes and latest weather forecasts can be found through local school district updates. Before attending any game, verify times with the hosting school or district office, as some contests have been moved to Thursday while others have been shifted to earlier Friday afternoon start times.
FAQ
- Which games were moved?
- Notable games that have been moved include the “Battle of Beltline” between DeSoto and Cedar Hill.
- Why were games rescheduled?
- The rescheduling is due to the chance of inclement weather on Friday.
- Which teams are affected?
- Other teams affected by the schedule change include Duncanville, Lewisville, Plano, McKinney, Highland Park, and Denton.
- Have all games been moved?
- Some games have been moved earlier into the afternoon on Friday instead of being rescheduled.
- Do changes affect lower-level teams?
- Changes in varsity game schedules are also impacting JV and freshman games across various districts.
- Where should fans check for updates?
- Fans are encouraged to check with their respective school districts for specific schedule changes.
- What is the weather forecast?
- Meteorologist Ali Turiano has indicated increasing clouds and high chances of rain for Friday into Saturday, with the potential for stronger storms.
- What happens after the weekend?
- North Texas is expected to see seasonable temperatures on Sunday and the following week, with another dry cold front arriving the next Tuesday.
- Where can I find the complete list of changes?
- The complete list of schedule changes and latest weather forecasts can be found through local school district updates.
| Change Type | Examples / Notes |
|---|---|
| Moved from Friday to Thursday | Notable: “Battle of Beltline” (DeSoto vs Cedar Hill); other teams affected: Duncanville, Lewisville, Plano, McKinney, Highland Park, and Denton. |
| Moved earlier on Friday | Some games have been moved earlier into the afternoon on Friday instead of being rescheduled. |
| Schedule ripple effects | Changes in varsity game schedules are also impacting JV and freshman games across various districts. |
| Weather driver | Meteorologist Ali Turiano has indicated increasing clouds and high chances of rain for Friday into Saturday, with the potential for stronger storms. |
| Further information | The complete list of schedule changes and latest weather forecasts can be found through local school district updates. |
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