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Episcopal now chases their second-straight SPC Title, which would mark their 3rd in 4 years
SPC-4A Boys Basketball Championship Preview: Episcopal vs. Greenhill
The SPC winter season has reached its peak, with only two teams remaining in pursuit of the coveted SPC-4A Title.
Representing the Houston area, Episcopal (22-9) returns to the championship stage, hoping to repeat last year’s success when they reclaimed the title against St. Mark’s.
Although the Knights lost key players to graduation—Justin Begg (George Mason) and Jakeel Registe (Blinn)—they’ve quickly reloaded with new talent. Aiden Fyfe, Alim Olajuwon, Brandon Thomas, and Christian Houston have all played pivotal roles under the leadership of coach Wayne Jones.
After securing a decisive 81-71 victory over St. John’s on Thursday and edging out top-seeded Houston Christian 58-55 in a nail-biting semifinal, Episcopal now sets its sights on back-to-back championships.
On the other side of the court, Greenhill doesn’t have to travel far, hailing from Addison, TX, just north of downtown Dallas.
The Hornets (27-4) dominated St. Stephen’s 70-45 in their opening matchup before narrowly defeating St. Mark’s 60-58 in the semifinals.
Coached by Joey Sims, Greenhill boasts a talented starting five led by the dynamic duo of Jaxson Thompson and Dillon Watt.
Thompson, averaging just under 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists per game, is the team’s leading scorer, while Watt is not far behind, contributing 18.3 points and 3.9 assists per game.
The Hornets also benefit from strong contributions in the paint. Junior forward Kameron Smith (10 ppg, 8 rpg) and senior forward Bryson Watt (4 ppg, 6 rpg) provide muscle in the post, allowing players like Juan Barrientos (10 ppg, 2 apg) and Trey Davis (8 ppg, 5 rpg) to shine in critical moments.
If Greenhill were to dethrone Episcopal, it would result in the Hornets capturing their first-ever championship.
The SPC basketball season concludes today at 2:45 PM on Trinity Valley’s court, where Episcopal and Greenhill will face off in a championship matchup that's sure to deliver plenty of intrigue.
THE STATUS: VYPE DFW Hoops Rankings in the regular season's final stages; Lancaster, Marcus ascend
With only a few games left in the regular season, several district races in the Dallas-Fort Worth area remain tight.
Notable shifts have occurred in our rankings since two weeks ago, though Allen (26-1; 12-0 in district) and Lake Ridge (28-2; 8-0) continue to hold firm at the top.
However, Lancaster (22-5; 8-1) has made significant progress, climbing into the Top-3 after their 68-60 win over district rival Duncanville.
Just behind them, North Crowley (24-5) is looking to close out their district slate with strong performances, maintaining momentum for the postseason.
Meanwhile, Flower Mound Marcus makes its debut in the DFW Top-10 following a dramatic 53-51 win over Denton Guyer last week.
As the regular season draws to a close and the playoffs approach, teams will be competing for position. Here’s an updated look of the area’s top basketball programs.
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*Parentheses indicates the team's district
*Last section indicates current overall record/district record
*Records are from before games taking place on 1/31
VYPE DFW BOYS TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
1. Allen Eagles (6-6A) -- 26-1; 12-0
2. Lake Ridge Eagles (3-6A) -- 28-2; 8-0
3. Lancaster Tigers (11-6A) -- 22-5; 8-1
4. North Crowley Panthers (3-6A) -- 24-5; 6-2
5. Duncanville Panthers (11-6A) -- 16-7; 8-1
6. Plano East Panthers (6-6A) -- 22-4; 10-2
7. FM Marcus Marauders (5-6A) -- 22-7; 8-2
8. Denton Guyer Wildcats (5-6A) -- 24-7; 8-2
9. Mansfield Summit Jaguars (8-5A) -- 23-6; 9-0
10. Frisco Heritage Coyotes (11-5A) -- 24-4; 10-0
Honorable Mentions: Birdville (6-5A), Plano West (6-6A), Crowley (3-6A), Dallas Carter (11-4A), Lake Highlands (7-6A), Prosper (6-6A), Little Elm (5-6A), Highland Park (12-5A), Timberview (8-5A)