## Sports
Sports are a major part of civic identity in Red Oak, especially through school athletics and youth leagues.
### High school sports - **Red Oak High School** athletics are a focal point of local community life. - Football is especially prominent, as is common across Texas. - Other likely school sports include: - Basketball - Baseball and softball - Soccer - Track and field - Volleyball - Tennis - Cross country
### Youth and amateur sports - Local leagues and city programs typically support: - Youth baseball and softball - Soccer - Cheer and dance - Basketball - Flag football and other seasonal sports
### Facilities - School stadiums, gymnasiums, fields, and park-based sports facilities are central to athletics in the city. - Residents also use private gyms and nearby regional sports complexes.
### Professional sports access - Red Oak has no major professional team of its own, but residents are within reach of the Dallas–Fort Worth region’s major franchises, including teams in the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, and WNBA.
### Community culture - Friday night football, school rivalries, and youth tournaments are among the most visible expressions of local sports culture.