TOP OF THE FOOD CHAIN: Brennan Hoops continues to bolster exemplary reputation
With roughly a month remaining in the UIL basketball regular season, the Brennan Bears are proving to be one of the most formidable teams in Texas.
Not only have they secured the top spot in San Antonio's rankings, but they have also earned recognition from the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches (TABC) as the No. 1 team in all of Class 6A.
With a stellar 21-2 record, it’s clear that Brennan’s success this season is no fluke. The team has demonstrated remarkable skill, resilience, and consistency, earning respect from both local and statewide opponents.
Under the leadership of Coach Koty Cowgill, Brennan has faced and triumphed over some of the toughest competition in Texas.
Early in the season, they opened with an impressive victory over the 2024 TAPPS-3A champions, St. Francis Episcopal, dominating the game 82-48. Their competitive spirit continued throughout the season as they outworked Fort Bend Marshall, a 5A powerhouse, securing a 66-57 win.
Perhaps most notably, the Bears handed Allen (22-1), a state superpower, their only loss of the season in a thrilling 71-66 overtime win.
Fast forward to the present, and Brennan sits in a commanding position for a district title with a perfect 8-0 record against their 28-6A opponents.
This success is largely due to the standout performances of their senior duo, Kingston Flemings and Camden Cowgill, who have been the team’s driving forces.
Flemings, a five-star point guard and University of Houston signee, has been a constant on both ends of the floor, averaging 21 points, 7 assists, 7 rebounds, and 3 steals per game. His leadership and playmaking ability make him a true difference-maker.
Cowgill, who is drawing attention from several colleges including Sam Houston State, Cal Poly, and Coastal Carolina, has proven to be a dynamic complement to Flemings. Averaging 18 points, 4 assists, and 4 rebounds per game, Cowgill brings both scoring and versatility to the Bears’ lineup.
In addition to these two stars, juniors Donovan Criss (11 ppg, 3 rpg, 2 apg) and Talon Todd (8 ppg, 2 rpg, 2 apg) have stepped up, providing critical support and depth to the team.
With such a balanced roster and the momentum they’ve built, the Bears are in a strong position as the playoffs approach.
Historically, Brennan has reached the state level twice, with their most recent appearance in 2023 when they narrowly lost to Beaumont United in the 6A State Semifinals, 70-68.
After making a deep run to the regional semifinals last year, this talented group of Bears appears poised to make another significant postseason run. The road to the state title is wide open, and Brennan is a team to watch as they look to bring home the championship this season.
Stay tuned for what’s sure to be an exciting finish to the year.
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