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FIELD REPORT: Final VYPE San Antonio Baseball Rankings — 2026 UIL Playoffs on Deck
In addition to securing a third straight district title—this time outright—Boerne Champion (27-4-1) has firmly established itself atop the city’s rankings. Now, the Chargers set their sights on building off last spring’s run to the Region IV Final with a potential trip to the State Tournament, though the path won’t come easily.
Smithson Valley (25-5) brings the most recent experience navigating the trials that await a team with aspirations of reaching Dell Diamond, coming off its first trip to the championship game in 2025.
Class 5A features additional challengers such as Southwest (26-2), Boerne (22-10), and Pieper (16-11-1), while the 6A field is bolstered by proven contenders like Clemens (24-6-1), Sotomayor (19-6-1), Reagan (23-10), San Marcos (19-11-1), and Warren (20-9).
With May approaching, here’s a rundown of the region’s most seasoned ballclubs.
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*Second section denotes current record according to MaxPreps and/or txhighschoolbaseball.com
VYPE San Antonio Top 10 Baseball Rankings (6A-4A) -- End of Regular Season (April 2026)
1. Boerne Champion Chargers (5A) -- 27-4-1 // 13-3 in District 26-5A
2. Smithson Valley Rangers (5A) -- 25-5 // 12-4 in 26-5A
3. SA Southwest Dragons (5A) -- 26-2 // 16-0 in 28-5A
4. Clemens Buffaloes (6A) -- 24-6-1 // 11-1 in 29-6A
5. Sotomayor Wildcats (6A) -- 19-6-1 // 13-3 in 28-6A
6. SA Reagan Rattlers (6A) -- 23-10 // 11-3 in 27-6A
7. San Marcos Rattlers (6A) -- 19-11-1 // 7-5 in 29-6A
8. Boerne Greyhounds (5A) -- 22-10 // 11-5 in 26-5A
9. Warren Warriors (6A) -- 20-9 // 12-4 in 28-6A
10. Pieper Warriors (5A) -- 16-11-1 // 10-6 in 26-5A
Others to Watch: Churchill Chargers (27-6A), Seguin Matadors (27-5A), Steele Knights (29-6A), Davenport Wolves (26-4A), Brandeis Broncos (27-6A), Floresville Tigers (27-4A)
FIELD REPORT: VYPE San Antonio 2026 Preseason Baseball Rankings
The new campaign is here, and numerous ballclubs carry the weight of last year’s success, while others enter with the chance to redefine themselves in a competitive landscape.
Smithson Valley stands out, having reached the UIL 5A title game for the first time. Though its bid for an inaugural championship fell to Aledo, the Rangers return much of last year’s frontline talent and enter 2026 poised to turn that milestone into sustained momentum.
Close behind, Boerne Champion carries confidence from a four-round postseason run, while New Braunfels and Davenport made regional semifinal appearances, underscoring the strength at the upper end of Class 5A and 4A. Each team combines experienced lineups with the potential for a deep March-to-May push.
In 6A, a cluster of programs shapes a competitive landscape. Reagan, Johnson, Clemens, Brandeis, San Marcos, and Sotomayor all reached the postseason a year ago, and will look to capitalize on the valuable familiarity they each possess.
If 2025 offered any lessons, it’s that experience and cohesion matter, but the race for district and state honors is far from predictable.
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*Last section indicates 2025 result
VYPE San Antonio Combined (6A-4A) Top-10 Baseball Rankings -- February 2026 (Preseason)
1. Smithson Valley Rangers (5A) -- 28-13 // 11-5 in District 26-5A // UIL 5A Division I State Finalists
2. Boerne Champion Chargers (5A) -- 29-10 // 12-4 in 26-5A // Region IV Finalists
3. SA Reagan Rattlers (6A) -- 25-10-2 // 13-1 in 27-6A // Area Finalists
4. Davenport Wolves (4A) -- 26-7 // 8-2 in 26-4A // Regional Semifinalists
5. New Braunfels Unicorns (5A) -- 28-8 // 12-4 in 26-5A // Regional Semifinalists
6. SA Johnson Jaguars (6A) -- 22-12 // 10-4 in 27-6A // Area Finalists
7. Clemens Buffaloes (6A) -- 25-9 // 10-2 in 29-6A // Area Finalists
8. Brandeis Broncos (6A) -- 19-8-1 // 11-3 in 27-6A // Area Finalists
9. San Marcos Rattlers (6A) -- 23-10-1 // 9-3 in 29-6A // Bi-District Finalists
10. Sotomayor Wildcats (6A) -- 19-9-1 // 11-5 in 28-6A // Bi-District Finalists
Others to Watch: Pieper Warriors (26-5A), O'Connor Panthers (28-6A), Southwest Dragons (28-5A), Clark Cougars (27-6A), Boerne Greyhounds (26-5A), Warren Warriors (28-6A), Brennan Bears (28-6A), Churchill Chargers (27-6A)