One thing about Dallasites: they take their sports seriously. Dallas has a dynamic sports culture where loyalty to the team rings true. Whether you bleed blue and white for the Cowboys or look good in green for the Stars, Dallas’ vibrant sports scene rivals any in the nation.
If you’re already a devoted fan or you’re new to the area and interested in learning more about Dallas’ teams, we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about Dallas sports.
Editor’s note: We’re eager to spotlight even more of Dallas’ exciting teams. Don’t see your favorite team? Send us your suggestions for who you’d like us to profile next.
🏈 Dallas Cowboys | Est. 1960
One thing Dallasites are going to do win or lose is rep that blue and white. Nicknamed “America’s Team,” The Cowboys have won five Super Bowls and have a rich legacy of players. These players include Emmit Smith, Troy Aikman, and Michael Irvin.
The team has remained one of the league’s most recognizable franchises in history with a notable fan base.
Where they play: AT&T Stadium
- Located in Arlington, TX
- The stadium seats 80,000 people but can accommodate over 100,000 people if reconfigured, making it the largest stadium in the NFL
Mascot: Rowdy
- Rowdy has been the official Cowboy’s mascot since 1996
- Crazy Ray was the unofficial mascot from 1962 until his passing in 2007
Team Colors: Navy blue, silver, and white
Major accomplishments:
- Five-time Super Bowl champions (1971,1977,1992,1993,1995)
- 10 NFC Championships
- Numerous Hall of Fame players including Roger Staubach, Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, and Michael Irvin
🏀 The Dallas Mavericks | Est. 1980
This team is home to some of the most devoted fans in the NBA. Their competitive spirit and passionate fan base make Maverick games exciting to watch. The team is coached by Jason Kidd, who was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2018.
Where they play: American Airlines Center
- Mavericks games, UFC matches, and the 2020 Stanely Cup Finals have all been held at the ACC
- Opened in 2001
- Champ was created by former Boston Celtic Lucky the Leprechaun, Jeff Goodin
- MavsMan is part man, part basketball, and wears a Spider Man-like orange basketball-themed bodysuit with a Mavericks uniform over it
Team Colors: Royal blue, navy blue, white, and silver
Major accomplishments
- Won the NBA Championships in 2011 against the Miami Heat
- First appeared in the NBA Playoffs in 1984 after a 43–39 season
🏒 Dallas Stars | Est. 1967
Originally known as the Minnesota North Stars, after 1992 the team moved to the Lone Star State. The team changed its name from the “North Stars” to just the “Stars” after the move. Since then, they have had several successful seasons, one being their Stanley Cup win in 1999.
Where they play: American Airlines Center
- The Stars games can seat 18,532 patrons
- Located in the Victory Park neighborhood, near downtown Dallas, Texas
Mascot: Victor E. Green
- Green is a fuzzy alien that stands 84 pucks tall and is from a galaxy far away
- Introduced in 2014
Team Colors: Victory green, black, and white
- For the first 20 years in Dallas, the Stars’ jerseys used black as the base color.
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Major accomplishments
- Won the Stanley Cup Championship in 1999
- Won nine division titles in Dallas
📅 See the team’s schedule.
⚾️ Texas Rangers | Est. 1961
Interestingly enough, the Texas Rangers weren’t always known as the Texas Rangers. They originally played in Washington, D.C., as the Washington Senators as an expansion team until they moved to Texas in 1971. Since then, The Rangers have made nine appearances in the MLB postseason, winning one World Series title in 2023.
Where they play: Globe Life Field
- Located in Arlington, TX
- Has the world’s largest single-panel operable roof
Mascot: Rangers Captain
- Introduced in 2002
- Wears the uniform number “72" in honor of 1972, the year the Rangers moved to DFW
Team Colors: Royal blue, red, and white
Major accomplishments
- Won the World Series in 2023
- American League Champions in 2010 and 2011
- As of 2024, the Rangers have an estimated franchise value of $2.4 billion
📅 See the team’s schedule.
⚽️ FC Dallas | Est. 1996
Based in Frisco, the team was established in 1996 as the Dallas Burn. It was later rebranded into FC Dallas in 2004. The team has played a significant part in MLS since its creation. FC Dallas’ pride rings true in community involvement and fan participation, making it a staple in Texas sports culture.
Where they play: Toyota Stadium
- Located in Frisco, TX
- Seats 19,096 fans for soccer matches
Mascot: Tex Hooper
- Was born Sept. 6, 1996
- In 2016, FOX Soccer ranked Tex fourth on their list of MLS mascots
Team Colors: Red, white, and blue
Major Accomplishments:
- Notable players include Carlos Ruiz, David Ferreira, and Mauro Diaz.
- Western Conference champions in 2010
- Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup champions in 1997 and 2016
📅 See the team’s schedule.
⚽️ Dallas Trinity FC | Est. 2023
This is the newest professional women’s soccer team of the USL Super League. The team will play its first game in September at the historic Cotton Bowl at Fair Park. With hopes to showcase their skills and make a strong debut in the USL Super League, the team is eager to capture the hearts of soccer fans across the nation.
Where they play: Cotton Bowl Stadium
- First game will be Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024
- The stadium has continued to host soccer matches, including international friendlies, CONCACAF Gold Cup matches, and other tournaments
Mascot: No mascot at this time
- Team logo is a Pegasus
Team colors: Sunrise maroon, prairie gold and live oak green
- Team colors were inspired by the city skyline and the Trinity River
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Major accomplishments:
- First women’s professional soccer team in Dallas approved by the Dallas City Council
- May 9, 2024, was officially declared as Dallas Trinity FC Day
📅 Sneak a peek at the team’s upcoming season.
🏀 Dallas Wings | Est. 1988
Originally known as the Detroit Shock, the Dallas Wings are one of the first WNBA expansion teams. The team was approved for relocation to the metroplex in 2015 where they play at the College Park Center. The team’s presence has helped played a part in increasing the visibility and popularity of women’s basketball in the area.
Where they play: College Park Center
- Located in Arlington, TX
- Seats up to 7,000 spectators
Mascot: Lightning
- The mascot is a magic Pegasus whose job is to bring the “electricity” to the College Park Center
- Established on May 20, 2017
Team Colors: Navy, volt green, blue, and cyan
Major accomplishments:
- Most wins in Texas: In 2024, the Wings had 22 wins, which was their most since 2008.
- WNBA championships: The Shock won WNBA championships in 2003, 2006, and 2008 while in Detroit, all under coach Bill Laimbeer.
📅 See the team’s schedule.
🏉 Dallas Jackals | Est. 2020
Dallas’ fairly new rugby team is part of the Major League Rugby, which is the highest level of rugby competition in North America. The team’s mission is to create a family-friendly atmosphere and to inspire values of tradition, respect, family, and character through community outreach. The team was founded on June 5, 2020, but delayed their inaugural season to 2022.
Where they play: Choctaw Stadium
- Venue opened in 1994
- Served as the home for the Texas Rangers of Major League Baseball from 1994 through 2019
Mascot: Jax the Jackal
- Jax stands tall at 9.5 rugby balls
- The jackal was initially introduced to fans on May 2021
Team Colors: Green, black and white
- Rugby jersey features the state flag’s lone star on their 2024 home and away kits
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Major accomplishments:
- Major rivalries in the MLR include the Austin Gilgronis and the Houston SaberCats
- City of Arlington Mayor Jim R. Ross has officially named October 24, 2023 “Sam Golla Day” to honor Sam Golla’s dedication to the sport as one of the world’s most promising young rugby athletes
