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FINAL COUNTDOWN: Previewing the TAPPS Hoops State Tournament
Here is the rundown of each respective exhibition.
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TWCA Warriors vs. Second Baptist Eagles
2023-24 TWCA Basketball
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It's been another banner year on the court for The Woodlands Christian Academy (26-7; 9-1 in district) as they look to return to their 2020-21 State Title form.
After consecutive postseason victories over St. Augustine (83-60) and San Antonio Christian (77-57), coach Tanner Field and company are one step closer to achieving just that.
TWCA's exceptional depth has been their strong-suit on the floor, with the likes of Tres Luzey, Nick Brashear, Howie Keene, and Hunter Bowman propelling the Warriors further.
On the Second Baptist side, the Eagles (29-8; 13-1 in district) are coming off wins against St. Joseph Academy (96-50) and TMI-Episcopal (59-49) and look to keep their win-streak intact.
Senior Dyllan Thompson (18 ppg) has been the center-piece of coach Kevin Mouton's group, alongside the talents of Christian Haskett, Mike Olaly, and freshman Reese Alston.
This is a matchup between two TAPPS-5A district rivals, so it's safe to say that audiences are in for a show when they face off on Friday.
2023-24 Second Baptist Basketball
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Village Vikings vs. Ursuline Academy Bears
Some of the stars of 2023-24 Village Girls Basketball
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The Village School has already surpassed their 2023 mark of reaching the second round of the playoffs, following their statement wins against Trinity Christian (66-47) and Prestonwood Christian (59-52).
Despite having a relatively young squad, that hasn't stopped coach Jason Cantwell and the Vikings (27-11; 9-3 in district) from trouncing the opposition.
Senior guard Mila Rossini (19 ppg, 5 rpg, 3 apg) provides the necessary game experience on the floor, with sophomores Shaniya Williams (17 ppg, 7 rpg) and Cyra Narahari (7 ppg, 5 rpg) complementing her with style.
They now look to retain their momentum when the face Ursuline Academy on Thursday.
The Bears (21-9; 10-2 in district) recently defeated Parish Episcopal 60-48 following their district title acquisition.
Coach Nikki Nester's roster will feature the talents of senior Madelyne Davis (13 ppg, 4 apg, 4 rpg), Annabelle Tobin (10 ppg), and Lily Smith (9 ppg, 4 rpg), and Izzy Schroeder (8 ppg, 6 rpg).
Second Baptist Eagles vs. Saint Mary's Hall Barons
2023-24 Second Baptist Girls Basketball
Doug Brown (VYPE)
When it comes to private school girls hoops, Second Baptist is the model of consistency.
Coach John Herndon and the Eagles (28-9; 12-0 in district) enter the third round of the TAPPS postseason -- which marks their seventh-consecutive year of doing so -- on the heels of dominant wins against St. Joseph (83-40) and St. Joseph Academy (68-47).
Herndon has an arsenal of weapons -- Livy Sauvageau, Riley Tackett, and Holly Horton, just to name a few -- that he can turn to in the crucial moments, which will be essential down the line.
Next up for the Eagles is Saint Mary's Hall on Thursday.
The Barons (34-3; 14-0 in district) enters the TAPPS-5A Final Four, following victories over Kelly Catholic (63-23) and San Antonio Christian (44-35), which extends their win-streak to a whopping 16-straight.
Isabella Chase (17 ppg, 4 apg, 4 rpg) has had an exemplary sophomore campaign, with Sedelia Wilson-Larkin (15 ppg, 13 rpg) and Maddie Florence (12 ppg, 4 rpg) rounding out a dangerous trio for coach Matt Hayes' squad.
Rosehill Christian Eagles vs. Brazos Christian Eagles
2023-24 Rosehill Christian Girls Basketball
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
This Winter has seen nothing but success from Rosehill Christian Girls Basketball.
The Eagles (18-3; 5-0 in district) enter the TAPPS-3A State Tournament on the heels of back-to-back playoff wins versus Round Rock Christian (64-33) and Live Oak Classical (68-33), and they don't plan on slowing down anytime soon.
Seniors Charity Montgomery and Mercy Freeman headline coach Steve Krantz's talented group, which looks to add another title to their already-crowded trophy case.
They will face off Brazos Christian (27-8; 12-0 in district) tonight to determine who will have the opportunity to compete in the state championship.
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The Legacy Prep Lions
Legacy Prep, Village School, Legacy SSS lead Others to Watch
Now, the Lions want to get back and win it all. TAPPS first-team, all-state pick Molly Steed is back for her senior year. Steed averaged 13 points per game. Also returning is second-team, all-state pick Ava Faith Brieger and sisters Charlotte Freeman and Ginger Freeman.
“We will need to execute our offense to the very best of our ability and be aggressive on both ends. We need to rebound much better than last year,” Legacy Prep coach Audra May said.
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The Village School Vikings
Jason Cantwell’s Village School Vikings squad is coming off a TAPPS 6A Regional Final appearance in 2023 after going 23-12 on the year.
Three starters return off that team, which bodes well for The Village School for a potential return trip. First-team, all-stater Mila Rossini returns after averaging 15.5 points, 5.1 rebounds per game. Second-team, all-stater Emily Zaccardo is back after nailing 40 three-pointers.
Others to watch include Cyra Narahari (second-team, all-district) and Shaniya Williams. According to Cantwell (152-56, 10th year as head coach, third at Village School), with a new point guard in place they should be able to play faster. “We don’t have much size, but we should be able to out-pace teams,” Cantwell said. “Defensively, we should be very strong and have three excellent ball handlers.”
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Legacy the School of Sports Sciences Titans
The Titans are coming off a championship season, going 21-10 overall and winning the Texas Charter School State Championship.
Ses Johnson enters year four of leading this program and has a 50-23 record at the helm. Three starters return off last year’s squad, including all-state picks Alayna Yates and Anaiah Jackson. All-District selection Brittney Anderson is also back for the Titans.
Margan Allen has transferred over from Oak Ridge and will be a big addition.
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