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THE CLUTCH 32: UIL GBB 2025-26 State Championship Preview -- Westlake vs. Lancaster (6A D2)
WHERE: Alamodome -- San Antonio, TX
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WESTLAKE CHAPARRALS
Perfection is the only way to describe Westlake’s 2026 run, a fitting description for a team that enters San Antonio with a spotless 40–0 record. It’s been more than two decades since the Chaps last advanced to the State Tournament, a milestone secured on the heels of a 61–38 rout of Judson in the Region IV Final last week. Add Tuesday’s 51–50 nail-biter against Shadow Creek, and head coach Vickie Benson’s squad now makes its first appearance in the UIL title game since winning its third championship in 1996.
When it comes to firepower, center Tamia King has been virtually unguardable all season. The Houston-bound senior stands 6-foot-1 and combines an exceptional finishing ability with rebounding tenacity and distribution skills, making King the ultimate weapon for the Chaparrals. Last year’s District 26-6A Offensive MVP, junior guard Molly Frazer, and junior forward Wynn Thorne — both team captains alongside King — force opposing defenses to pick their poison rather than focusing solely on No. 15.
LANCASTER TIGERS
Riding the momentum of a 12-game winning streak, Lancaster (32–5) secured back-to-back trips to the State Final Four — the second in program history — following last Friday’s 71–62 victory over Cypress Springs. Head coach LaJeanna Howard then watched her squad build on that historic run by punching the team’s first-ever ticket to the Alamodome with a 51–39 win over Braswell.
Anchoring the Tigers’ effort are senior guard Journee Hampton and juniors Arianna Davis, MaKenzie White, and Ava Womack. With history within reach, Lancaster now turns its attention to the final four quarters.
VYPE DFW GBB Game of the Week: Lancaster vs. Boswell (UIL 6A-D2 State Semifinals)
Lancaster (27-5) has set a new precedent by reaching the State level for the first time in program history, most recently defeating Houston powerhouse Cypress Springs (59-55) this past Saturday. The Tigers will look to keep their hot streak alive as they face off against fellow DFW heavyweight Boswell.
Coach LaJeanna Howard’s squad’s greatest strength is their depth, with a well-rounded roster that spreads the wealth on both ends of the court.
Juniors MaKenzie White (13 ppg, 4 apg, 3 spg) and Monique Phoenix (12 ppg, 3 apg, 4 spg), along with sophomore KaMoriya Davis (11 ppg, 8 rpg, 3 bpg), form a nearly unstoppable 'big-three' for Lancaster.
But senior Savanna Barnes (11 ppg, 8 rpg, 3 spg) has also been crucial, providing veteran leadership on a team that is on the brink of making history.
On the other side, Boswell (37-2) has lived up to its reputation as the best team in Texas (according to MaxPreps), with a dominant 42-30 win over Frenship in the Regional Final. Entering the State Semifinals, the Pioneers are considered the favorites to win it all.
A key contributor for Boswell is senior Camille Williams, a Miami-commit who’s averaging 17 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists per game.
Fellow senior Haleigh Jackson (14 ppg, 8 rpg, 3 apg) offers additional experience, while sophomores Sydney Durrah (13 ppg, 3 rpg, 2 spg) and Seleste Massey (12 ppg, 4 rpg, 3 spg) round out a well-balanced and talented roster.
The state’s No. 4 and No. 1-ranked teams will meet on Tuesday night (7:00 PM) at The Colony HS for a spot in the Alamodome. This is a matchup you won’t want to miss.