re: 19th Annual CSAA (Formerly CSAL) 8th Grade Basketball Preseason Rankings

There are rumours circulating throughout Baton Rouge that the CHS Kristaps Porzingus clone was seen in a sling after game 1. The Tyrese Haliburton kid is going to have to step up big time if he's out for a while. Good thing they have more depth this year.

St George

The 8th grade boys basketball team so good they named a city after them

St Theresa has played a few public schools including French Settlement.

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schedule our little old Livingston Parish public school…..crickets….

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Unfortunately the diocese is worried about exposing the students to methed up LPers

FS wasn’t bad and has some talented players. They’ve also played some pretty good teams in the AP

BearTiger, with the first few tournaments in the books… including the Dunham tournament and the Rummell tournament this past weekend, any news on how we’re sitting before big time play begins in the new year?

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Serious question, are there only 8 total teams? Or are the lower teams not listed?

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Good question. Are STM and MBS not fielding 8th grade teams?

They don't want any of the NC Bears

Updated Rankings (Previous Ranking in Parenthesis):

1. St. George (2) - The Dragons emerged unscathed from the Dunham Tournament, notching impressive wins over SJV, U High, St. Aloysius, and OLOM. Despite battling injuries, they proved themselves to be a well-rounded team that is highly coachable and excels at executing game plans with precision.

2. Our Lady of Mercy (1) - The Blue Jays suffered an early setback with a loss to U High in the Dunham Tournament but demonstrated remarkable grit and determination by clawing their way out of the loser’s bracket. They secured hard-fought victories over SJV, Episcopal, U High, and St. Aloysius before ultimately falling to SGS in the Championship game. Their point guard lived up to the hype, showcasing his talent and leadership, and was complemented by a pair of strong backcourt players who bolstered the team’s offensive and defensive efforts.

3. St. Aloysius (4) - The Lions made an impressive run to the semifinals of the Dunham Tournament, securing wins over Parkview and Episcopal before falling to SGS and OLOM. Throughout the weekend, they proved they can compete with anyone, displaying exceptional defense and a relentless effort that kept them in every game.

4. CHS (BR) (3) - The Bears faced a tough weekend, suffering two losses to U High while picking up large victories against Parkview and Dunham. Adding to their challenges, they’ve been hit with two significant injuries to their starting point guard and center. The depth that was touted before the season will now be put to the test as the Bears look to regroup and prove they can adapt and overcome adversity.

5. SJV (5) - The Gators endured decisive losses to higher-ranked opponents, but a double digit victory over St. Jude was enough to keep them holding onto this spot.

6. St. Jude (6) - The Cougars had a short run in the Dunham Tournament, going two-and-out, but their Point Center displayed impressive versatility, offering a bright spot and something to build on for the rest of the season.

7. Ascension Catholic (7)

8. St. Theresa (unr) - A narrow victory, as reported earlier in this thread, against St. Alphonsus propels the Warriors into the 8th spot.

Dropped from Rankings: St. Alphonsus