MIDWEST
1. Loyola Academy (Ill.), 14-3
The Ramblers had another impressive week, doubling up on a leading in-state rival in Hinsdale Central and then routing Cranbrook Kingswood (Mich.). In their 12-6 victory over the Red Devils, senior Emma Burke and freshman Molly Dwyer had hat tricks, while seniors Charlie Cassady and Erin Keating had three assists apiece. Previous: 1
2. New Albany (Ohio), 15-0
The Eagles stayed undefeated, just edging Jackson, 8-7, on May 4. New Albany’s ability to win possession has been key, with 40 draw controls over three games this week, led by freshman Logan Snyder. Maddy Paz also had a big week, with 23 of those draws to go with 12 goals and 12 ground balls. All of which sets up a must-watch game May 7 between the Eagles and Olentangy Liberty, also among the Buckeye State’s best. Previous: 2
3. Upper Arlington (Ohio), 13-2
The Golden Eagles battled their way to a 3-0 week, edging Springboro (Ohio) and Guerin Catholic (Ind.) by two goals apiece. In their 6-4 win over the Panthers, senior Ava Stummer provided half of the Golden Bears’ goals, along with five ground balls, three draw controls and two caused turnovers. Seniors Lilly Boyle and Alex Burns added three caused turnovers and ground balls a piece. Previous: 3
4. Olentangy Liberty (Ohio), 11-3
The Patriots picked up to 12-9 win over one of the top Division II teams in Ohio, Mariemont, behind five goals, six draw controls, five caused turnovers and four ground balls from junior Madeline Pohmer. Senior Isabelle Pohmer and junior Corinna Hilmas added hat tricks and four-plus draw controls a piece for Liberty, which next takes on arguably the state’s top Division I team May 7 in undefeated New Albany. Previous: 4
5. Benet Academy (Ill.), 17-1
The Redwings continue to impress, winning a pair of road games against top-ten teams in the state: St. Ignatius (15-10) and Sandburg (14-11). Among the recent highlights for Benet Academy: Michigan commit Madeline Jensen making her 600th career save. This week will bring two more top-ten Land of Lincoln opponents in one-loss Marist May 7 and Hinsdale Central May 9. Previous: 5
6. Kentucky Country Day (Ky.), 21-2
The regular season is complete and the Bearcats are surely a leading contender for a Bluegrass State title. KCD has remarkable balance offensively, with five players finishing the regular season with 68-plus points: Ellie Beam (65 goals, 43 assists), Leighton Spears (53 goals, 40 assists), Dylan Yonover (40 goals, 52 assists), Ceci Flowers (51 goals, 30 assists) and Christine Martin (51 goals, 17 assists). Previous: 7
7. New Trier (Ill.), 11-5
The Trevians had another dominant week, combining for 40 goals in wins over in-state foes Deerfield and St. Ignatius. Twelve players scored against the Warriors and eight scored against the Wolfpack, a game in which senior Claire Ratke tied a school record with seven assists to go with two goals. Senior Hana Asghari and junior Ellie Bornhoeft added four goals apiece against St. Ignatius, with Bornhoeft also earning five draw controls. Previous: 8
8. Grand Rapids Catholic Central (Mich.), 14-0
The Cougars are off to a dominant start, including big victories over fellow Michigan powers in Detroit Country Day (20-8), East Grand Rapids (14-10) and Rockford (20-7). The fun is far from over for GCC, which looks to avenge last year’s regional semifinal loss against Spring Lake on May 8 and also has a rematch against EGR on May 15. Previous: NR
9. Lakeville South (Minn.), 5-0
The Cougars are off to an impressive start, most notably knocking off 2023 state champion Benilde-St. Margaret’s, 15-5. Five players had at least four points for Lakeville South, including five apiece by Sivanna O’Brien (3 goals, 2 assists), Katie Grubbs (2 goals, 3 assists) and Charlotte Fannin (1 goal, 4 assists). Ella Mills added four goals while Tori Tschida had a goal and three assists. Previous: NR
10. Carmel (Ind.), 13-2
The Greyhounds remained undefeated in Hoosier State play, edging Guerin Catholic, 11-9, in a rematch of last year’s state championship (which the Golden Eagles won). Sophie Mock had five goals, Avery Goehl had 12 draw controls and Brookelyn Jenkins made 11 saves to lead the way for Carmel. The Greyhounds then dropped a nail-biter to Detroit Country Day despite six goals, three assists and three draw controls from Mock. Previous: NR
— Jonah Rosenblum
WEST
1. Colorado Academy (Colo.), 15-0
Slated as the No. 1 seed in the 2024 CHSAA Class 5A State Championship playoffs, the Mustangs stayed perfect all season after securing their final two victories over Denver East (Colo.) and Regis Jesuit (Colo.). Senior middie Alex May (USC) had four goals, three assists and 10 draw controls across both games. Previous: 1
2. Oak Ridge (Calif.), 20-2
Oak Ridge claimed the CIF Sac-Joaquin state championship crown in an 8-6 victory over St. Francis (Calif.). They took down Woodcreek (Calif.) and Del Oro (Calif.) on their way to state. Previous: 2
3. St. Ignatius Prep (Calif.), 14-5
The Wildcats clinched an automatic berth to the Central Coast Section playoffs after ending their season at No. 1 in West Bay Athletic League’s Foothill Division. Playoffs begin May 10. Previous: 3
4. San Ramon Valley (Calif.), 18-1
No. 1 seeded San Ramon Valley advanced to the state championship semifinals after a bye week and a 14-4 victory over Tamalpais (Calif.). Up next is Carondelet (Calif.) for a spot in the finals. Previous: 4
5. Sacred Heart Prep (Calif.), 16-2
Sacred Heart finished second in their Foothill Division of the West Bay Athletic League, earning the Gators an automatic bid to the Central Coast Section playoffs which begin May 10. Previous: 5
6. Foothill-Santa Ana (Calif.), 14-2
The Knights defeated Chaminade (Calif.) and Murrieta Mesa (Calif.) to secure their spot in the semifinals against Redondo Union (Calif.) on May 7. Previous: 6
7. ThunderRidge (Colo.), 14-1
The Grizzlies took down league opponents Cheyenne Mountain (Colo.) and Palmer Ridge (Colo.) to stay undefeated, 6-0, in Class 5A conference play. Playoff brackets are pending release. Previous: 7
8. Valor Christian (Colo.), 10-5
The Eagles had a perfect week, securing victories over Columbine (Colo.), previously-ranked No. 8 Fairview (Colo.) and Regis Jesuit (Colo.). Playoffs are up next. Previous: 9
9. Fairview (Colo.), 11-3
Fairview, 6-0 in league play, added three wins and a loss last week to remain No. 1 in the 5A East conference. They defeated Liberty (Colo.), Cherry Creek (Colo.) and Mead (Colo.) then fell to previously-ranked No. 9 Valor Christian (Colo.). The postseason schedule is coming soon. Previous: 8
10. Kent Denver (Colo.), 11-4
On a five-game hot streak, Kent Denver closed out its regular season with dominant performances against Regis Jesuit (Colo.), league opponent Dakota Ridge (Colo.) and Cherry Creek (Colo.). Playoffs are on deck. Previous: 10
—Theresa Palmquist
