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.
Elsewhere in Class 6A, Johnson (8-0) has all but locked up its third consecutive district title, while Steele (7-1-1) has already mathematically clinched its sixth straight crown.
Class 5A boasts similar distinction, with Smithson Valley (9-0) entering the playoffs undefeated and celebrating back-to-back district championships. Boerne (9-0) is on the verge of matching that feat.
Tivy (8-1), meanwhile, slips slightly in the rankings after suffering its first defeat of the season, falling to Canyon Lake, 53-50, in a high-scoring thriller.
Week 11 now offers one final opportunity to settle unfinished business before the postseason takes center stage.
*** 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 11/1/2026) | The final section shows its next matchup.
VYPE San Antonio Combined (6A–4A) Top 10 Football Rankings
WEEK 11 (11/2–11/8)
1. Smithson Valley Rangers (5A) — 9-0 | 8-0 in District 13-5A D1* | 61-20 win vs. Seguin | Next: Playoffs
2. SA Johnson Jaguars (6A) — 8-0 | 6-0 in District 28-6A* | 56-0 win vs. Churchill | Next: vs. SA Madison (11/5)
3. Brennan Bears (6A) — 8-1 | 7-0 in District 29-6A | 69-0 win vs. Marshall | Next: @ Harlan (11/6)
4. Steele Knights (6A) — 7-1-1 | 6-0 in District 27-6A* | 49-10 win vs. NB Canyon | Next: @ Clemens (11/5)
5. Boerne Greyhounds (5A) — 9-0 | 5-0 in District 13-5A D2 | 28-17 win vs. New Braunfels | Next: vs. Legacy Ranch (11/6)
6. Alamo Heights Mules (5A) — 9-1 | 5-1 in District 13-5A D2 | 42-11 win vs. Legacy Ranch | Next: Playoffs
7. Champion Chargers (5A) — 8-1 | 6-1 in District 13-5A D1 | 61-0 win vs. McCallum | Next: @ Manor (11/6)
8. Harlan Hawks (6A) — 8-1 | 7-0 in District 29-6A | 47-14 win vs. Holmes | Next: vs. Brennan (11/6)
9. Tivy Antlers (4A) — 8-1 | 5-1 in District 13-4A D1 | 50-53 loss vs. Canyon Lake | Next: vs. Fredericksburg (11/6)
10. Clemens Buffaloes — 7-2 | 4-2 in District 27-6A | 52-49 win vs. Pieper | Next: vs. Steele (11/5)
Others to Watch: Davenport Wolves (13-4A D1), Pieper Warriors (27-6A), Sam Houston Hurricanes (14-5A D2), Reagan Rattlers (28-6A), Judson Rockets (27-6A), Brandeis Broncos (28-6A), Floresville Tigers (14-4A D1)
* A single asterisk indicates a district championship.
The wins are stacking up, the margin for error is shrinking, and the decisive matchups are getting closer.
*** 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 10/11/2026) | The final section shows its next matchup.
VYPE San Antonio Combined (6A–4A) Top 10 Football Rankings
WEEK 8 (10/12–10/18)
1. Smithson Valley Rangers (5A) — 6-0 | 5-0 in District 13-5A D1 | 42-7 win vs. Anderson | Next: @ Lockhart (10/16)
2. SA Johnson Jaguars (6A) — 5-0 | 3-0 in District 28-6A | 65-18 win vs. Roosevelt | Next: @ Clark (10/17)
3. Brennan Bears (6A) — 5-1 | 4-0 in District 29-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. Stevens (10/16)
4. Steele Knights (6A) — 4-1-1 | 3-0 in District 27-6A | 56-7 win vs. San Marcos | Next: vs. Judson (10/16)
5. Boerne Greyhounds (5A) — 6-0 | 2-0 in District 13-5A D2 | 63-35 win vs. Long Creek | Next: @ Liberty Hill (10/16)
6. Champion Chargers (5A) — 6-0 | 4-0 in District 13-5A D1 | Bye Week | Next: vs. Seguin (10/16)
7. Alamo Heights Mules (5A) — 6-1 | 2-1 in District 13-5A D2 | 63-31 win vs. Liberty Hill | Next: @ SA Veterans Memorial (10/16)
8. Harlan Hawks (6A) — 5-1 | 4-0 in District 29-6A | 54-6 win vs. Taft | Next: @ Sotomayor (10/16)
9. Tivy Antlers (4A) — 6-0 | 3-0 in District 13-4A D1 | 79-56 win vs. Taylor | Next: @ Travis (10/16)
10. Davenport Wolves (4A) — 4-2 | 2-1 in District 13-4A D1 | 35-7 win vs. LBJ | Next: @ Fredericksburg (10/16)
Others to Watch: East Central Hornets (27-6A), Pieper Warriors (27-6A), Sam Houston Hurricanes (14-5A D2), Reagan Rattlers (28-6A), SA Veterans Memorial Patriots (13-5A D2), Brandeis Broncos (28-6A), SA Madison Mavericks (28-6A), Judson Rockets (27-6A)
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)
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