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Join our VYPE Live crew for the 6A DII State Football Semifinal on Saturday, January 9:
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)
Grapevine hasn’t skipped a beat since capturing the 5A Division 2 state title last spring, entering the postseason with a pristine 28-3 record. Aledo, the reigning 5A Division 1 champion, is right there with them, as a 28-4 campaign positions the Bearcats well for a repeat bid.
Keller (29-2-2) has quickly reasserted itself among the state’s elite and now sets its sights on pushing beyond the Regional rounds, while Waxahachie (30-2) appears poised to follow a similar path.
Lovejoy (23-4-1) rounds out the top tier of contenders in Class 5A, while Hebron (23-6-2), Jesuit (24-7-2), Guyer (25-8), Heath (23-8), and Allen (22-9) have clearly separated themselves within the 6A landscape.
The brackets beckon, so let's get right into the region's hierarchy.
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*Second section denotes current record according to MaxPreps and/or txhighschoolbaseball.com
VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Top 10 Baseball Rankings (6A-4A) -- End of Regular Season (April 2026)
1. Grapevine Mustangs (5A) -- 28-3 // 12-0 in District 6-5A
2. Keller Indians (6A) -- 29-2-2 // 15-1 in 4-6A
3. Waxahachie Indians (6A) -- 30-2 // 14-0 in 11-6A
4. Aledo Bearcats (5A) -- 28-4 // 12-0 in 5-5A
5. Lovejoy Leopards (5A) -- 23-4-1 // 14-0 in 9-5A
6. Hebron Hawks (6A) -- 23-6-2 // 13-1 in 5-6A
7. Dallas Jesuit Rangers (6A) -- 24-7-2 // 14-0 in 7-6A
8. Denton Guyer Wildcats (6A) -- 25-8 // 11-3 in 5-6A
9. Heath Hawks (6A) -- 23-8 // 10-2 in 10-6A
10. Allen Eagles (6A) -- 22-9 // 14-2 in 6-6A
Others to Watch: Highland Park Scots (12-5A), Byron Nelson Bobcats (4-6A), Marcus Marauders (5-6A), Brock Eagles (6-4A), Flower Mound Jaguars (5-6A), Mansfield Legacy Broncos (3-6A), McKinney North Bulldogs (9-5A), Coppell Cowboys (5-6A), Birdville Hawks (6-5A), Trinity Trojans (4-6A), Wakeland Wolverines (12-5A), Prosper Eagles (6-6A)
Some of the stars of 2025-26 Cypress Woods Baseball
There’s little debate at this point: Tomball is the real deal. In the short term, the Cougars have navigated an arduous district slate, going unbeaten in 15-6A against formidable rivals like Magnolia West, Klein Oak, and Klein Collins. In the broader scope of the spring, THS boasts an astonishing 32-0-1 record, is regarded as one of the top teams in the nation, and appears on a fast track toward yet another State Tournament appearance.
Still, the postseason has a way of leveling the field—meaning no opponent will be taken lightly, a reality Tomball understands as well as anyone.
All things considered, Atascocita (28-4) and Cy Woods (29-2) aren’t far behind, boasting exceptionally balanced rosters, strong coaching staffs, and recent experience in what it takes to go the distance. The same holds true for defending 6A Division II champion Kingwood (22-8-1), a group defined more by resilience and resolve than sheer dominance.
Katy (27-2-1), Memorial (24-6), and Magnolia West (24-7) emerge as early favorites, while Strake Jesuit (25-5-1), Bridgeland (24-8-1), Oak Ridge (23-7), Cy Ranch (25-7-1), and Pearland (24-8-1) round out a deep field of challengers in Conference 6A.
In 5A, Kingwood Park (18-8-1) is on a mission to return to Dell Diamond, while Crosby (25-7-1), Friendswood (19-9), Baytown Sterling (21-10), and Barbers Hill (24-8) anchor an expansive field of contenders.
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*Second section denotes current record according to MaxPreps and/or txhighschoolbaseball.com
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VYPE Houston Top 25 Baseball Rankings (6A-4A) -- End of Regular Season (April 2026)
1. Tomball Cougars (6A) -- 32-0-1 // 16-0 in District 15-6A
2. Atascocita Eagles (6A) -- 28-4 // 13-1 in 23-6A
3. Cypress Woods Wildcats (6A) -- 29-2 // 14-0 in 16-6A
4. Katy Tigers (6A) -- 27-2-1 // 15-1 in 19-6A
5. Kingwood Mustangs (6A) -- 22-8-1 // 12-2 in 23-6A
6. Memorial Mustangs (6A) -- 24-6 // 13-1 in 17-6A
7. Magnolia West Mustangs (6A) -- 24-7 // 13-3 in 15-6A
8. Strake Jesuit Crusaders (6A) -- 25-5-1 // 11-1 in 20-6A
9. Bridgeland Bears (6A) -- 24-8-1 // 11-3 in 16-6A
10. Katy Taylor Mustangs (6A) -- 24-6-1 // 13-3 in 19-6A
11. Oak Ridge War Eagles (6A) -- 23-7 // 16-0 in 13-6A
12. Cypress Ranch Mustangs (6A) -- 25-7-1 // 11-3 in 16-6A
13. Kingwood Park Panthers (5A) -- 18-8-1 // 10-2 in 18-5A
14. Pearland Oilers (6A) -- 24-8-1 // 15-1 in 22-6A
15. The Woodlands Highlanders (6A) -- 24-7-1 // 13-3 in 13-6A
16. Clear Creek Wildcats (6A) -- 24-5 // 12-2 in 24-6A
17. Crosby Cougars (5A) -- 25-7-1 // 10-2 in 18-5A
18. Grand Oaks Grizzlies (6A) -- 20-8-2 // 11-5 in 13-6A
19. Friendswood Mustangs (5A) -- 19-9 // 10-2 in 20-5A
20. Baytown Sterling Rangers (5A) -- 21-10 // 10-4 in 19-5A
21. Klein Oak Panthers (6A) -- 19-12 // 10-6 in 15-6A
22. Barbers Hill Eagles (5A) -- 24-8 // 9-5 in 19-5A
23. Tompkins Falcons (6A) -- 19-12-2 // 10-6 in 19-6A
24. Dickinson Gators (6A) -- 20-7-1 // 10-4 in 24-6A
25. Aldine Mustangs (14-6A) -- 21-5-3 // 14-0 in 14-6A
Others to Watch/Honorable Mentions: Montgomery Bears (17-5A), Willis Wildkats (13-6A), Dobie Longhorns (22-6A), Lake Creek Lions (17-5A), Iowa Colony Pioneers (20-5A), Summer Creek Bulldogs (23-6A), Goose Creek Memorial Patriots (23-6A), Ridge Point Panthers (21-6A), Stratford Spartans (17-6A), Cinco Ranch Cougars (19-6A), Clear Lake Falcons (24-6A), Dawson Eagles (22-6A), Dayton Broncos (18-5A), Klein Collins Tigers (15-6A), Clear Springs Chargers (24-6A), La Porte Bulldogs (20-5A), Cy-Fair Bobcats (17-6A)
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