Texas UIL State Basketball Tournament begins next week with an exciting slate of games in the opening rounds in Texas high school girls basketball. As of Sunday, Feb. 9, the playoff matchups have been determined for 6A-4A.

The top four teams from each district qualify for the playoffs. But instead of all 128 teams in one bracket, there are two 64-team brackets and two state champions per classification. The two largest schools, based on attendance, compete in the Division I bracket. The two smaller schools compete in the Division II bracket.

The UIL boys basketball playoffs begin with bi-district games Monday and Tuesday. Here is a preview. To see the matchups and schedule for the first round, go here. Top Storylines 6A Division I is loaded It’s a new dawn for boys basketball in Texas with the UIL launching its new split-division postseason format that will crown two state champions in each classification.