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THE TIER LIST: VYPE SATX Baseball Rankings in Rivalry Season; New Braunfels, Clemens elevate
As district play heats up across the San Antonio area, several teams have emerged as contenders in the latest VYPE San Antonio Baseball Top 10 rankings.
Leading the way is New Braunfels (15-2, 4-1 in district), which has established itself as a force in District 26-5A behind a strong start. Right behind them, Clemens (16-3, 5-0) is making a case as the team to beat in 6A, remaining undefeated in district play.
Boerne-Champion (14-4, 4-1) and Boerne (13-3, 6-2) continue to dominate in 5A, proving that their rivalry will be one to watch as the season progresses.
Meanwhile, Davenport (11-2-2) leads the charge for 4A schools, showing consistency despite a tough schedule.
Perennial powers Smithson Valley (11-5, 4-2), Reagan (11-6-2, 4-0), and Johnson (11-7, 3-1) are all in the mix, with Reagan emerging as a strong contender in District 27-6A.
Pieper (10-4-1, 6-1) and Southwest (11-2-1, 7-0) round out the rankings, with Southwest boasting an impressive undefeated district record in 28-5A.
With the postseason drawing closer, expect these teams to battle for playoff positioning in what has already been a competitive endeavor this spring.
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*Parentheses indicates current district
*Last section indicates current overall record; district record
VYPE SAN ANTONIO BASEBALL TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
1. New Braunfels Unicorns (26-5A) -- 15-2; 4-1 in District
2. Clemens Buffaloes (29-6A) -- 16-3; 5-0
3. Boerne-Champion Chargers (26-5A) -- 14-4; 4-1
4. Boerne Greyhounds (26-5A) -- 13-3; 6-2
5. Davenport Wolves (27-4A) -- 11-2-2
6. Smithson Valley Rangers (26-5A) -- 11-5; 4-2
7. SA Reagan Rattlers (27-6A) -- 11-6-2; 4-0
8. SA Johnson Jaguars (27-6A) -- 11-7; 3-1
9. Pieper Warriors (26-5A) -- 10-4-1; 6-1
10. Southwest Dragons (28-5A) -- 11-2-1; 7-0
Honorable Mentions: San Marcos (29-6A), Brandeis (27-6A), Canyon Lake (27-4A), Navarro (27-4A), Pleastanton (29-4A), La Vernia (28-4A), Cibolo Steele (29-6A), South San Antonio (28-5A), Seguin (27-5A)
THE TIER LIST: VYPE SATX Preseason Baseball Rankings; CTJ, O'Connor, Reagan begin on top
Despite what the weather may suggest, the spring edition of the UIL calendar has officially arrived, well into February.
As fans return to the ballpark, a new season of excitement begins, and the race to Dell Diamond is on.
In the San Antonio region, all eyes are on the SA Johnson Jaguars, who are fresh off a deep run to the 6A State Semifinals. With that momentum, they sit at No. 1 in our preseason rankings.
District rival Reagan is another team to watch after their impressive four-round postseason run last spring. O’Connor, ranked second, is also a force to reckon with, having reached the Region I Final.
Moving up from Class 4A, the Boerne Greyhounds are ready for a strong 5A campaign. After a successful season last year, they’ll be in the thick of the District 26-5A race, alongside New Braunfels, Boerne-Champion, Alamo Heights, and Tivy.
With so many talented teams, Region IV is shaping up to be loaded with contenders for a state championship run in the months ahead.
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*Parentheses indicates current district
*Last section indicates 2024 result
VYPE SAN ANTONIO BASEBALL TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
1. SA Johnson Jaguars (27-6A) -- 33-12; 13-3 (State Semifinalists)
2. O'Connor Panthers (28-6A) -- 26-15-1; 11-5 (Regional Finalists)
3. SA Reagan Rattlers (27-6A) -- 33-10; 15-1 (Regional Semifinalists)
4. Boerne Greyhounds (26-5A) -- 30-10; 12-3 (Regional Finalists--4A*)
5. New Braunfels Unicorns (26-5A) -- 30-9-1; 12-3 (Regional Quarterfinalists--6A*)
6. Boerne-Champion Chargers (26-5A) -- 31-9; 12-2 (Regional Quarterfinalists)
7. Alamo Heights Mules (26-5A) -- 26-8; 16-0 (Area Finalists)
8. Brennan Bears (28-6A) -- 19-16; 9-7 (Area Finalists)
9. Tivy Antlers (26-5A) -- 21-21; 6-8 (Regional Semifinalists)
10. SA MacArthur Brahmas (28-5A) -- 22-11; 14-2 (Area Finalists)