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THE STATUS: VYPE SATX Updated Girls Basketball Rankings to start off 2025; Judson, Pieper surging
With January now here, teams across the state are diving into the second wave of pivotal district match-ups, all crucial for securing the ever-important playoff seeding. In a season filled with twists and turns, few regions have experienced as much drama as the San Antonio area.
In the race for the top spot, Converse Judson has claimed the lead, both in our rankings and in the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches (TABC) 6A Girls rankings.
After an unfortunate early exit in the Bi-District round last year, the Rockets have come roaring back in 2025. Their incredible 26-1 record speaks volumes about their dominance, and with their eyes set on a deeper playoff run, they’re poised to make a serious impact come February.
Not far behind, Pieper is having a season to remember. The Warriors, currently 19-5, are unbeaten in district play with a perfect 9-0 record. Their 58-52 victory over fellow 26-5A contender SA Wagner (22-3) has solidified their status as one of the area’s top teams, but the rematch this Friday promises to have major implications for the district title.
Elsewhere, teams like Cibolo Steele, SA Churchill, San Marcos, Sotomayor, and Brennan continue to excel in Class 6A, while McCollum (24-3) and SA Sam Houston (23-4) have made a strong debut in our Top-10 rankings.
As we approach the final stretch of district play, let’s break down how the most enticing squads in San Antonio are shaping up.
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*Parentheses indicates the team's district
*Last section indicates current overall record/district record
VYPE SAN ANTONIO GIRLS TOP-10 (Class 6A-4A)
1. Converse Judson Rockets (29-6A) -- 26-1; 5-0
2. SA Wagner Thunderbirds (26-5A) -- 22-3; 8-1
3. Cibolo Steele Knights (29-6A) -- 18-5; 5-1
4. SA Churchill Chargers (27-6A) -- 19-5; 5-0
5. Pieper Warriors (26-5A) -- 19-5; 9-0
6. San Marcos Rattlers (29-6A) -- 18-6; 4-1
7. Sotomayor Wildcats (28-6A) -- 18-8; 8-1
8. Brennan Bears (28-6A) -- 16-9; 7-2
9. SA McCollum Cowboys (28-5A) -- 24-3; 9-0
10. SA Sam Houston Hurricanes (27-5A) -- 23-4; 9-0
Honorable Mentions: SA Johnson (27-6A), SA MacArthur (28-5A), Tivy (26-5A), Davenport (26-4A), Warren (28-6A), Reagan (27-6A), Boerne (26-5A), Northside Jay (28-5A)
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