Join Us in the Bird Cage!
Calling all Elementary & Middle School Students: Experience Friday Night Lights on the Hardwood.
Be Part of Future Cardinal Night
- Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Location: JPII-HS Competition Gym ("The Bird Cage"
- Opponent: Prestonwood Christian Academy
Why You Can't Miss This Game
Come, witness one of the premier private school basketball programs in Texas! The Cardinals compete in TAPPS 6A (the largest private school division in the state) and are ready to defend their home court against district rival Prestonwood.
A Tradition of Champions
Under the leadership of Head Coach Dan Lee, JPII Basketball has established itself as a powerhouse.
- State Champions: 2020, 2022
- State Runner-Up: 2023, 2024
- District Champions: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024
- 5 State Tournament Appearances in the last decade alone.
"When the individual as well as the team gains this understanding [of selflessness], anything is possible." — Coach Dan Lee
We don't just build teams; we build young men of character through hard work, accountability, and dedication.
What to Expect on Future Cardinal Night
- Free admission for students wearing their current school jersey or spirit wear.
- Free popcorn and a drink from the concession stand.
- Watch high-intensity basketball in a premier gym environment.
- See our student-athletes demonstrate the mental, physical, and spiritual character that defines JPII.
About John Paul II High School
John Paul II High School (JPII) is the premier Catholic, coeducational, college-preparatory institution in Collin County, Texas, offering a supportive, faith-based environment where students excel academically and grow spiritually. JPII emphasizes a challenging curriculum, including AP and honors courses, to prepare students for top universities.