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VYPE DFW Game of the Week: Boswell v. Frenship GBB (UIL-6A-Region I-D2 Final)
The UIL girls basketball postseason has reached a critical juncture, with the path to the State Tournament on the line.
One of the most anticipated matchups takes place in the Region I-6A-DII Finals, where the Boswell Pioneers will face the Frenship Tigers for a spot in the State Semifinals.
Under the guidance of Coach John Reese, Boswell (36-2) has been a dominant force throughout the season, earning the No. 1 ranking in Texas.
The Pioneers boast an array of talent, led by three standout players: Miami-commit Camille Williams (17 ppg, 8 rpg, 4 apg, 3 spg), Arkansas Fort Smith-commit Haleigh Jackson (14 ppg, 8 rpg, 3 apg), and Sydney Durrah (13 ppg).
However, it’s not just the big three that make Boswell a dangerous opponent. Seleste Massey (12 ppg, 4 rpg, 2 apg) and Salena Carrasco (8 ppg, 3 rpg, 3 apg) have also played key roles in the team’s success, rounding out a well-balanced roster.
The Pioneers have displayed their dominance in the playoffs with impressive victories over Southlake Carroll (57-26), Eastwood (74-41), and most recently Braswell (52-44).
On the other side, Frenship (31-6) enters the Regional Finals riding high after an undefeated district championship and a strong playoff run.
The Tigers have secured wins over Montwood (46-19), Mansfield Legacy (54-53), and Denton Guyer (71-46), and are determined to keep their Cinderella story alive.
Under Coach Trent Hilliard, Frenship has already exceeded last season’s performance and aims to continue their success in this high-stakes matchup. They will rely on their senior leaders, Addyson Middleton and Kedan Burch, to step up against the powerhouse Boswell squad.
For a chance to advance to the State Semifinals, the Pioneers will face the Tigers this Friday at 6:00 PM at Sweetwater High School.
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TOP OF THE LINE: Boswell might just be the most elite program in Texas Girls Hoops
Led by Coach John Reese, the Boswell Pioneers have picked up right where they left off last year, when they reached the UIL-6A Region I Finals.
As the No. 1-ranked team in Texas (according to MaxPreps) and in our DFW rankings, Boswell enters the second half of this season with a pristine record of 24-2.
Their only losses so far have come at the hands of fellow state power Denton Guyer earlier in December, and more recently, they narrowly fell 44-40 to the top team in Arkansas, the Conway Wampus Cats, in the championship game of last week’s Sandra Meadows Tournament in Duncanville.
Both games were decided by four points or less, demonstrating that Boswell is more than capable of competing with the best.
In terms of star power, look no further than Camille Williams, the Offensive MVP of the Meadows Tournament. The University of Miami signee is currently averaging over 17 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals per game, making her the total package at the point guard position.
Williams, a two-time District MVP and a member of last year’s TABC All-Region team, is complemented by the remarkable talents of fellow senior Haleigh Jackson, who is also making waves in the college recruiting scene.
Standing at 6 feet tall, Jackson contributes roughly 16 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals per game, forming a dynamic duo that opposing teams struggle to contend with.
Additionally, sophomores Sydney Durrah (13 ppg, 3 rpg, 3 apg) and Seleste Massey (11 ppg, 4 rpg, 3 spg) further strengthen this formidable Pioneers squad, while junior Salena Carrasco (8 ppg, 3 rpg, 3 apg) is always ready to step up when needed.
Boswell will now turn its attention to the remaining district schedule, having already started off 3-0 against their counterparts.
They’ll face competition from Crowley and North Crowley for 3-6A supremacy, but it’s a likelihood that Coach Reese and his team will secure their first district title since the 2021-22 campaign.
However, their ultimate goal extends far beyond just a district championship.
Historically, the Pioneers have reached the State Tournament only once, back in 1977, when they fell to Waco Midway (74-59) in the UIL-3A State Semifinals.
Given the exceptional momentum this team has built in 2024, it’s entirely possible that Boswell could make a historic run to the Alamodome once the playoffs begin in February.