They'll have freshmen-juniors, they'll be big for a 4A, and they come from programs where making state regularly in 5A is the expectation (Lone Star HS). Their staff is incredible too. Melissa and Argyle moved up to 5A so Area B is going to be easier to advance through.
4A Predictions: I realize it's WAY too early to tell anything and will probably update this list throughout the season, but these are the consistent heavy hitters of 4A
1st Place: Panther Creek
2nd Place: Canton
3rd Place: China Spring
4th Place: Anna
5th Place: North Lamar
6th Place: Springtown
7th Place: Burnet
8th Place: Lumberton
9th Place: Calallen
10th Place: Kennedale
People can totally stop at the Region level if they don't want to participate in State. Happens all of the time! The needs of the very few should not limit the competition of the many.
It's absolutely insane that this isn't a thing. Think about it: All the other UIL events (all sports, all other fine arts, and academic events) are held EVERY YEAR for ALL classifications.