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FULL TIME: 2025 TAPPS-D1 Soccer State Final Preview – Central Catholic vs. Parish Episcopal
However, they haven’t claimed the crown since and are eager to change that after dominant playoff victories over St. John XXIII (6-1), St. Pius X (8-7), and St. Thomas (2-1).
Guided by Coach Bartholomew Valerios, Central Catholic leans on its experienced core, including first-team all-state selections Andres Bacho (Sr. MF), Brandan Thomas (Sr. MF), Albert Arzola (Jr. D), and Jaime Heeren (Sr. GK).
Ranked No. 7 in Texas by MaxPreps, the Buttons enter as early favorites.
But Parish Episcopal won’t go down easily.
Coach Craig Savage’s squad just stunned defending champion John Paul II with a commanding 3-0 semifinal win, improving to 10-4-1.
Parish Episcopal's Brian Luna
After an early playoff exit last year, the Panthers have made a remarkable turnaround. Key contributors include second-team all-state honorees Gael Garza (Jr. F) and Brian Luna (Sr. D), along with standout midfielder Ryder Sherman (Jr.).
History is on the line when these teams clash at 9:30 AM in Round Rock—Central Catholic seeks to reclaim its championship pedigree, while Parish Episcopal looks for validation.
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VYPE ATX/SATX Boys and Girls Basketball Rankings Week of 1.23.23
**Games already played have been noted but not taken into account for the rankings
BOYS BASKETBALL RANKINGS
5A-6A: Stony Point stays at the top with another undefeated week and may end up staying here as we head into playoffs. The biggest matchup of the week happens tonight when San Marcos and New Braunfels battle for the top spot in district 27-6A.
1A-4A: No Changes here but Pleasanton and Somerset will matchup this week. Last time Somerset lost by 7. Can they avenge that loss and climb up the rankings?
Private School: Some losses by the top teams this week, but nothing changes as we still feel they are the top teams in the region.
GIRLS BASKETBALL RANKINGS
5A-6A: Only one change here as Brennan defeated Harlan last week in a close contest. Harlan dropped to 9, but that's not a testament to their loss and more so to just how good the top 10 is here.
1A-4A: No changes here as Boerne and Fredericksburg still look like the teams to beat here.
Private School: Antonian drops a game but still remains at number 1. I'm keeping my eye on Geneva though. They could be taking over that 1 spot soon.