Jackets’ football receives nation’s highest academic honor

Stephenville, Texas — The 2025 Stephenville Yellow Jackets have already etched their names into Texas high school football lore as Class 4A Division I state champions. On Wednesday, the program added a national accolade to its trophy case, earning the nation’s highest academic honor for a high school football team.

The recognition underscores a rare double: the Jackets reign supreme on the field and in the classroom. While the source announcement offered no specifics on grade-point averages, test scores, or the awarding organization, it affirmed that the team’s scholastic achievements have been judged the best among peers nationwide.

Stephenville’s dual success sets a new bar for excellence in Texas prep football, pairing championship-level play with top-tier academic performance.