Shiner knocked off Timpson 35-28 in the Class 2A DI Semis to advance to the finals this weekend.
VYPE was on the scene with coach Andy Tolbert.
Some of the featured standouts of the 2026-27 Pieper Warriors volleyball team.
Isaiah Vela (VYPE)
At 31-6 overall and unbeaten throughout the district schedule, Smithson Valley is making a strong case as the team to beat in Class 5A. Boerne (27-4) and Champion (27-7) aren’t far behind, locked in a footrace for the District 26-5A title. The Greyhounds hold the edge after their 3-1 victory in September, but the race remains very much alive.
Meanwhile, Pieper (24-14) is chasing its first district championship since moving up to 6A in this summer’s UIL realignment. The home stretch offers little room for error, highlighted by a rematch with NB Canyon, the only team to hand the Warriors a district loss in five sets. Still, Pieper stands on the brink of history, so the final push will come down to execution.
Harlan seniors Leeanna Hamilton & Nailah Randle (LSU commit)
*** The second section shows the team’s current record (per MaxPreps as of 10/11/2026)
VYPE San Antonio Combined (6A–4A) Top 10 Volleyball Rankings
Mid-October 2026
1. Harlan Hawks (6A) — 25-10 | 11-0 in District 29-6A
2. Brennan Bears (6A) — 31-7 | 11-1 in District 29-6A
3. Smithson Valley Rangers (5A) — 31-6 | 10-0 in District 25-5A
4. Boerne Greyhounds (5A) — 27-4 | 8-0 in District 26-5A
5. Champion Chargers (5A) — 27-7 | 7-1 in District 26-5A
6. Pieper Warriors (6A) — 24-14 | 9-1 in District 27-6A
7. Davenport Wolves (4A) — 29-9 | 5-1 in District 27-4A
8. Brandeis Broncos (6A) — 26-13 | 8-2 in District 28-6A
9. New Braunfels Unicorns (5A) — 23-18 | 8-2 in District 25-5A
10. Reagan Rattlers (6A) — 27-12 | 8-2 in District 28-6A
Others to Watch: Tivy Antlers (27-4A), Floresville Jaguars (29-4A), Churchill Chargers (28-6A), NB Canyon Cougars (27-6A), Alamo Heights Mules (26-5A), Steele Knights (27-6A), SA MacArthur Brahmas (25-5A), McCollum Cowgirls (26-5A), East Central Hornets (27-6A), Sotomayor Wildcats (29-6A)
Then there’s Champion, whose dominance is becoming increasingly difficult to overlook. The Chargers improved to 5-0 with a 61-32 win against Anderson, continuing what has been an impressive start to the campaign. Harlan also re-enters the Top 10 after defeating Marshall, 59-14, last week, with the Hawks now sitting at 4-1 heading into their bye.
The 4A ranks, meanwhile, set the stage for one of the week’s most intriguing matchups. Tivy (4-0) and Davenport (3-1) are both unbeaten in District 13-4A Division I and now prepare to clash Friday. With the district race still taking shape, the matchup could ultimately play a major role in determining the division champion.
*** The first section shows the team’s current overall record | The second shows its district record | The third shows its most recent game result (per MaxPreps as of 9/28/2026) | The final section shows its next matchup.
VYPE San Antonio Combined (6A–4A) Top 10 Football Rankings
WEEK 6 (9/28–10/4)
1. Smithson Valley Rangers (5A) — 4-0 | 3-0 in District 13-5A D1 | 84-7 win vs. Cedar Creek | Next: @ Lehman (10/1)
2. SA Johnson Jaguars (6A) — 3-0 | 1-0 in District 28-6A | 66-6 win vs. LEE | Next: vs. Brandeis (10/2)
3. Steele Knights (6A) — 3-1-1 | 2-0 in District 27-6A | 64-28 win vs. Pieper | Next: Bye Week
4. Brennan Bears (6A) — 4-1 | 3-0 in District 29-6A | 44-0 win vs. O'Connor | Next: @ Holmes (10/1)
5. Boerne Greyhounds (5A) — 5-0 | 1-0 in District 13-5A D2 | 38-31 win vs. Alamo Heights | Next: Bye Week
6. Champion Chargers (5A) — 5-0 | 3-0 in District 13-5A D1 | 61-32 win vs. Anderson | Next: @ Lockhart (10/2)
7. Alamo Heights Mules (5A) — 4-1 | 0-1 in District 13-5A D2 | 31-38 loss vs. Boerne | Next: @ Long Creek (10/2)
8. Harlan Hawks (6A) — 4-1 | 3-0 in District 29-6A | 59-14 win vs. Marshall | Next: Bye Week
9. Tivy Antlers (4A) — 4-0 | 1-0 in District 13-4A D1 | 70-14 win vs. LBJ | Next: @ Davenport (10/2)
10. Davenport Wolves (4A) — 3-1 | 1-0 in District 13-4A D1 | 56-41 win vs. Canyon Lake | Next: vs. Tivy (10/2)
Others to Watch: East Central Hornets (27-6A), Pieper Warriors (27-6A), SA Veterans Memorial Patriots (13-5A D2), Roosevelt Rough Riders (28-6A), Judson Rockets (27-6A), SA Madison Mavericks (28-6A), Canyon Cougars (27-6A)
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