Who Will Challenge Bradley Central’s Dynasty?

Who Will Challenge Bradley Central&#8217;s Dynasty?

Brandon Tinnon September 9, 2025 @ 09:44 AM

USE CODE "tinnon30" FOR 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY SUBSCRIPTION   Some of you have heard me use the term “storylines” when mentioning this upcoming season. When I reference that word, I am talking about the many questions that are kind of on the horizon. For instance, one storyline that kind of keeps coming into my mind is, will Bradley Central repeat for a 4th time?   Sure, they graduated some very impressive talent, but the cupboard wasn't left bare. Clemson commit [player_tooltip player_id='513228' first='Kimora' last='Fields'] is still there. They have some solid contributors from some younger players who will be able to step up. Until it gets closer to the season, you never know if someone has transferred in who will give them a jolt as well. Still, who knows how the chips may fall, but that is one storyline that has kind of resonated with me.   Bradley Central's run has really been impressive over the years. I would like to throw Bartlett in the mix as well for their impressive run of getting to the state. Pickett Co., Cookeville, Webb Bell-Buckle, CPA, I mean, there are so many schools that have punched their ticket to the state, yet Bradley has won it in succession multiple times.    I guess my question would be, who will be the next dynasty, per se? Will we see another school make an impressive run like Bradley? Questions like these pose as interesting conversations and ones that will be talked about throughout the year. Who knows if we will ever see an impressive reign like we have seen from BC? Knoxville Catholic and Webb Bell-Buckle have had impressive runs, but have been back-to-back-to-back champions. We have seen multiple teams make it to the final four year in and year out, only to come up short: CPA, Bartlett, and TKA, for example. Sure, we will have new champions, but going back to my initial question, will we ever see a reign like we have these past years?   Here are a few who may make the jump and test the BC reign that has been going on for some time.   Bartlett- Every year, this program churns out prospects that get after it. These girls compete the full 32, find ways to exploit their opponents, and grind their way deep into the playoffs. There is a standard around there, and nothing less than a trip to Murfreesboro is acceptable. Will they become the next dynasty to contend?   CPA- A lot of young talent has been cultivated in Nashville, and the culture if very strong. The program has been solid over the years. Built with girls who are fundamentally sound and selfless, this program has seen an upswing in quality participation from players throughout. This program has a lot of talent and a solid middle school program.   Westview- This west Tennessee program competes each and every year. They, too, have a standard, and girls just rise to the occasion. Talented girls who are athletic and get after it is their M.O. No matter who is on the floor, this program has always had girls who strive for greatness and excel.   Webb Bell- Buckle- Young talent who are proven winners. Their history of success has also attracted new transfers. Girls go there looking to make a difference, and it has shown based on their multiple appearances at each D2 level. Could this be the next school that can challenge the BC reign?   Other schools that pose as threats:   Cookeville- They are there each and every year.   TKA- A talented school that has D1 kids throughout its roster.   Knoxville Webb- A well-balanced school that has veteran leadership and young talent on the rise.   Heritage- A staple in their class that seems to not be slowing down any time soon.   Lipscomb Academy- A veteran squad this year that has some talented middle schoolers on the horizon.

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