Top 10
With records through Monday and previous rankings in parentheses.
1. Carmel 4-0 (3)
Emily Fix and Anna Hartman are one of the top duos in the state through the first three weeks.
2. Deerfield 4-1-1 (1)
Emilie Pietig rises to the occasion in her varsity debut with four saves in a 1-1 draw against Fenwick on Sunday.
3. Libertyville 2-0 (4)
Pru Babat and Jenna Krakowski have become strong leaders for a team with several news faces.
4. Lake Zurich 3-1 (NR)
Maggie Miller has anchored the Bears’ defense in the first three weeks.
5. Warren 1-2-1 (5)
Early standouts include defender Paige Hogberg and forward Addison Stanciak.
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6. Stevenson 2-2 (2)
Ellie Egeland and Madi Kennedy each scored a goal in the Patriots’ 2-1 comeback win against Nazareth on Monday.
7. Mundelein 3-2 (NR)
A quality road victory against Deerfield on Monday boosts the Mustangs, who had more than a week off after a loss to Glenbrook North.
8. Lake Forest 2-1 (NR)
Riley Hoskins is providing a physical presence and solid leadership in the Scouts’ back line.
9. Grayslake North 3-1 (NR)
Balance has been the key for the Rams. Eight players have scored at least one goal, and six players have an assist.
10. Vernon Hills 1-1-1 (6)
Goalkeeper Carly Sides is providing an early season spark with double-digit saves in the Cougars’ first three games.
Player of the Week
Lake Zurich junior forward Lauren Bailey has five goals and four assists in four games.
Bobby Narang is a freelance reporter for the News-Sun.