Obviously all these teams listed as well as the Bandits have something in common. All have a solid foundation and continue year after year. Even what might be a considered a "down year" is still pretty damn good.

As far as local teams trying to be something, they are lacking the foundation and leadership that teams like the Bandits, Chill, IMG, IP have had for years. Indiana Batbusters might have a solid 18u team this year, but what is there to continue building something behind them?