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THE STATUS: VYPE SATX Updated Basketball Rankings in the heat of district-play; Steele, Alamo Heights soar
The new year is upon us, and the San Antonio high school basketball scene is already buzzing with intense district match-ups.
As we head into the heart of the season, it’s clear that the competition is heating up, with several teams emerging as front-runners, while others are making significant strides toward the top of the rankings.
At the top of our list, Brennan continues to reign as the area's powerhouse. The Bears have faced some of the toughest opponents in the state, including heavyweights like Allen, Fort Bend Marshall, and St. Francis Episcopal, and have emerged with an impressive 20-2 record.
Despite these challenging tests, they remain a dominant force and will anticipate a district championship in the near future.
One of the biggest surprises of the season has been the resurgence of Cibolo Steele. After a heartbreaking near-miss for the playoffs last year, the Knights have come back with a vengeance. With a remarkable 22-2 record, they’ve soared to the No. 2 spot in our rankings, turning heads with their improved play.
In the crowded District 26-5A race, Alamo Heights and SA Wagner are neck-and-neck, with AH currently holding the edge after their 67-58 win over the Thunderbirds last Friday. Meanwhile, Northside Jay (28-5A) and Boerne Champion are close behind, making things even more competitive for 5A supremacy.
In the 6A category, teams like SA Johnson, Reagan, and Harlan are making noise, while Davenport stands out as a Class 4A contender worth watching.
As district titles are up for grabs, let’s take a closer look at the teams making the most noise in the Alamo City basketball scene.
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*Parentheses indicates the team's district
*Last section indicates current overall record/district record
VYPE SAN ANTONIO BOYS TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
1. Brennan Bears (28-6A) -- 20-2; 7-0
2. Cibolo Steele Knights (29-6A) -- 22-2; 3-0
3. Alamo Heights Mules (26-5A) -- 21-4; 6-1
4. SA Wagner Thunderbirds (26-5A) -- 18-7; 6-1
5. Jay Mustangs (28-5A) -- 22-2; 7-0
6. Boerne Champion Chargers (26-5A) -- 21-5; 4-3
7. SA Johnson Jaguars (27-6A) -- 17-8; 4-0
8. Reagan Rattlers (27-6A) -- 16-6; 3-1
9. Harlan Hawks (28-6A) -- 15-8; 6-1
10. Davenport Wolves (26-4A) -- 19-4; 0-0
Honorable Mentions: Clark (27-6A), Clemens (29-6A), East Central (29-6A), New Braunfels (26-5A), Pieper (26-5A), Brandeis (27-6A), Sotomayor (28-6A), SA Veterans Memorial (26-5A)
On Top: VYPE San Antonio UIL Boys 6A & 5A Rankings
Taking a little bit of a break this week for finals, but up to this point, the basketball season has hot! The 6A local competition is tremendous, with many teams with only a couple losses on the season! Boerne Champion remains a tough contender in 5A, showing up big when it matters. District play has started for many, and we look forward to seeing how these season shake out!
VYPE San Antonio UIL 6A Boys Basketball Rankings (12/16):
#1 Helotes O'Connor (Previously: 1)
#2 Converse Judson (Previously: 2 )
#3 San Antonio Johnson (Previously: 3)
#4 San Antonio Clark (Previously: 5)
#5 New Braunfels (Previously: 10)
#6 San Antonio Reagan (Previously: 4)
#7 San Antonio South San (Previously: 9)
#8 San Antonio Clemens (Previously: 8)
#9 San Antonio Warren (Previously: 6)
#10 San Antonio Taft (Previously: NR)
By Bradley Collier
VYPE San Antonio UIL 5A Boys Basketball Rankings (12/16):
#1 Boerne Champion (Previously: 1)
#2 San Antonio McCollum (Previously: 2)
#3 San Antonio Veteran's Memorial (Previously: 3)
#4 Alamo Heights (Previously: 5)
#5 San Antonio Jefferson (Previously: 8)
#6 San Antonio Brackenridge (Previously: 4)
#7 San Antonio Lanier (Previously: 7)
#8 San Antonio Southwest (Previously: 10)
#9 San Antonio Southside (Previously: 6)
#10 Kerville Tivy (Previously: 9)
Notable 1A-4A teams to continue watching this season: Boerne, Cole, Randolph, Pleasanton, and La Vernia
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