Athletics Department

Aldine Independent School District offers a coordinated boys and girls sports program grades 7-12, and is governed by the University Interscholastic League. In addition, eleven high school sports and seven middle school sports are offered.

All Aldine ISD High Schools compete in District 14-6A and are under the direction of the Aldine ISD Athletic Department. There are approximately 9,000 participants in the overall athletic program.

Aldine ISD has a rich tradition with their athletic programs. They are recognized throughout the state for a wide range of athletic talent in all sports. Aldine ISD has been successful state-wide.

Aldine ISD’s Athletic Emphasis

• High Participation – Provide as many opportunities as possible for students to be involved in athletics.
• Strong Work Ethics – Teach what it means to “work hard” in the classroom, in athletics, and in life.
• Discipline – Being a good citizen regardless of who your colleagues are or your audience is.
• Parent Involvement – Support and Encouragement from family and friends enhances the student’s self-esteem, contributes to success, and increases the level of pride.

State Titles

• 1989 5A Football State Runner Up – Aldine HS
• 1990 5A Football State Champion
• 1990 USA Today National Football Champion Aldine HS
• 1990 5A Boys Cross Country State Runner Up – MacArthur HS
• 1991 5A Boys Cross Country State Champion – MacArthur HS
• 1992 5A Boys Cross Country State Champion – MacArthur HS
• 1993 5A State Football Runner Up – MacArthur HS
• 1993 5A Boys Cross Country State Runner Up – MacArthur HS
• 1995 5A Boys Cross Country State  Runner Up – MacArthur HS
• 1999 5A State Football Runner Up – Eisenhower HS
• 2006 5A Boys Track and Field State Champion – Eisenhower HS
• 2008 5A Girls Basketball State Runner Up – Nimitz HS
• 2024 Girls Powerlifting – Aldine HS

School spirit got a boost in Aldine with the grand opening of the replacement W.W. Thorne Stadium. The stadium features 74,000 square feet of newly constructed space and accommodates 10,000 spectators.

The stadium replacement supplants the berm-style stadium built in 1965. It has been supporting the athletic programs at Aldine, Davis, Eisenhower, MacArthur, and Nimitz high schools. However, the facility has remained closed for two years after an assessment revealed structural, plumbing, and accessibility issues.

Supporting the same high schools, the stadium reflects a collegiate design and features lights that can be customized to each team’s colors. New amenities include concessions, guest services, merchandising stands, and district offices, all of which offer full accessibility. The banquet space is now equipped to hold over 400 people. Renovated locker rooms and district offices provide a renewed space for players and staff. The scoreboard features advanced video technology, which students in career and technical education programs will operate during the game.

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