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DOWN TO THE WIRE: Previewing a critical UIL VB State Semis matchup -- Bellville vs. Davenport
Let's just get right into it.
On one of the court, you have the Bellville Brahmas who are enjoying one of the most exemplary seasons they've seen in recent years, from a statistical stand-point -- currently touting a record of 43-5.
Coach Susan Brewer's squad is no stranger to this stage, given that they reached this point in 2022, before falling to eventual State Runner-Up Aubrey.
However, the Brahmanettes have displayed nothing less than sheer dominance throughout this postseason, as they have swept each opponent (FB Willowridge, Burnet, Livingston, and most recently Hargrave) up to this point.
In terms of star-power, take your pick between the likes of Bailey Scheerer (Jr. MB), Sydney McKay (High Point-signee), Rebecca Lucksinger (Jr. MB), Emmy Novicke (Sr. L), and Samantha Marik (Sr. OH).
Bellville is the traditional power in this match-up, having made State appearances in three of the last four years. But, they will have the ambition of claiming the program's first state title since 2005, when they were still in Class 3A.
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However, the new power has unquestionably been that of Davenport.
The reigning UIL-4A Champions picked up right where they left off last year, ranking among the top teams to come out of the San Antonio-area.
Similar to their opponent, the Wolves have been just as commanding entering the State Semis.
They have toppled Eastside EC (3-0), La Vernia (3-0), Calhoun (3-0), and Floresville (3-1) over the course of the past two weeks to make their way back to the Final-Four, improving their record to 39-8 in 2024.
Coach Taylour Toso's rotation has spread the wealth when it comes to overall stats.
In the offensive department, Emily Williams (311 kills) and McKaleigh Mattson (306 kills) run the table.
But if I were to pick an MVP for the team, it would be Alexis Dahl. As it stands, the junior setter has been all over the place, having registered 725 assists, 442 digs, and 267 kills on the year, making her a jack of all trades for Davenport.
Furthermore, Logan Strong (794 digs, 584 receptions), Dakota Hart (339 digs), and freshman Kylie Dahl (259 assists) round out what could be the most balanced crew in the state.
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There's no room for error at this stage, and fans should be in for a show when these two power-programs face off Tuesday night (6:00 pm) at the Austin Burger Center in Sunset Valley, TX.
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VYPE SATX Preseason Basketball Rankings; Brennan, Wagner looking tough
The game has changed as we enter the new season.
Similar to how the football postseason is played, the UIL has split the upcoming basketball playoff format into two divisions -- meaning there will be more state champs, and one less game needed to acquire the title.
Out of San Antonio, there are a numbers of programs, on both the boys' and girls' side, that could potentially make their way to their backyard of the Alamodome.
For the boys, Veterans Memorial (5A) reached that point last year. But, as it stands, Brennan and Wagner seem to be poised for another lengthy run this winter. Don't sleep on Harlan, Somerset, or Jay, though.
Meanwhile, the Brennan and Boerne girls' programs wound up in the state final-four a year ago, and will be eager to repeat that effort, with Wagner, Churchill, Cibolo Steele, and Harlan right on their heels.
As teams begin their respective tournament seasons, it's time to examine the most elite teams that the San Antonio-area has to offer in 2025.
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VYPE SATX BOYS TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
*Last section indicates 2024 result
1. Brennan Bears (6A) -- 31-5; 16-0 in District (Regional Semifinalists)
2. SA Wagner Thunderbirds (5A) -- 24-12; 9-5 (Regional Semifinalists)
3. Harlan Hawks (6A) -- 23-12; 10-6 (Regional Quarterfinalists)
4. Somerset Bulldogs (4A) -- 26-12; 12-0 (Regional Semifinalists)
5. Jay Mustangs (5A) -- 24-9; 10-6 (Regional Quarterfinalists)
6. SA Jefferson Mustangs (5A) -- 21-16; 12-4 (Area Finalists)
7. SA Veterans Memorial Patriots (5A) -- 40-2; 14-0 (State Semifinalists)
8. O'Connor Panthers (6A) -- 26-13; 10-6 (Regional Finalists)
9. Boerne-Champion Chargers (5A) -- 31-6; 12-2 (Regional Quarterfinalists)
10. Floresville Tigers (4A) -- 26-9; 9-3 (Regional Quarterfinalists)
Honorable Mentions: New Braunfels, Davenport, East Central, Alamo Heights, Clemens
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VYPE SATX GIRLS TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
1. Brennan Bears (6A) -- 32-4; 16-0 in District (State Semifinalists)
2. Boerne Greyhounds (5A) -- 34-5; 10-2 (State Semifinalists)
3. SA Wagner Thunderbirds (5A) -- 29-5; 14-0 (Regional Quarterfinalists)
4. SA Churchill Chargers (6A) -- 28-11; 12-4 (Regional Quarterfinalists)
5. Cibolo Steele Knights (6A) -- 29-9; 9-1 (Regional Quarterfinalists)
6. Harlan Hawks (6A) -- 21-12; 12-4 (Regional Semifinalists)
7. SA MacArthur Brahmas (5A) -- 25-12; 15-1 (Area Finalists)
8. Clark Cougars (6A) -- 33-3; 15-1 (Regional Finalists)
9. Floresville Tigers (4A) -- 24-14; 10-2 (Regional Quarterfinalists)
10. Sotomayor Wildcats (6A) -- 23-10; 11-5 (Area Finalists)
Honorable Mentions: Brandeis, McCollum, Southside, East Central