United South and Alexander Advanced to Semifinals

The Laredo high school teams secured spots in the 6A regional semifinals following key quarterfinal victories.

Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Other Sports

United South and Alexander Advanced to Semifinals

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United South and Alexander have both advanced to the 6A regional semifinals after hard-fought quarterfinal wins. The two Laredo teams secured their places in the next round by defeating their respective opponents.

Why it matters

These victories keep both teams alive in the state tournament bracket with a potential matchup awaiting them in the regional championship. The success of both programs highlights the competitive strength of Laredo area high school athletics.

Alexander maintained its long-term consistency by reaching the Sweet 16 for the 10th consecutive time after clinching its fifth consecutive district title. United South successfully earned its first Sweet 16 berth in school history.

The players

Alexander

This is a Laredo high school sports program that has secured five consecutive district titles and ten straight Sweet 16 appearances.

United South

This Laredo high school sports team finished second in its district and earned its first-ever berth into the Sweet 16.

Gus Trevino

He is the head coach of the Alexander high school team.

Alex Guerra

He is the head coach of the United South high school team.

The details

United South punched its ticket by defeating United 10-8, while Alexander edged out Northside O'Connor with a 10-9 victory. Alexander now prepares to face either Round Rock McNeil or Round Rock Westwood, while United South awaits the winner of the San Antonio Reagan and Austin Westlake game.

The quarterfinal results were reported on October 14, 2026.

Season Trajectory

The progression of both schools through the bracket sets up a potential all-Laredo showdown if both teams continue to win in the regional semifinals. This outcome would mark a significant historical milestone for the local district's representation in the 6A state playoffs.

Alexander and United South are now positioned to potentially face each other in the 6A regional championship if both programs win their upcoming semifinal games. Fans should track the results of the Round Rock McNeil, Round Rock Westwood, San Antonio Reagan, and Austin Westlake games to confirm the next opponents.

The takeaway

Advancing to the regional semifinals demonstrates the high level of talent present in the Laredo high school circuit this season. Both teams must now focus on their next opponents to maintain their postseason momentum.