The Occasions’ preseason prime 25 highschool soccer rankings:
1. MATER DEI: It’s very potential the Monarchs can go unbeaten once more with their distinctive receiver group, sturdy strains and prime two-way participant Tomuhini Topui, a USC commit.
2. ST. JOHN BOSCO: Expertise on protection and enhancing sophomore QB Koa Malau’ulu will likely be key for the Braves to interrupt by way of and end on prime.
3. ORANGE LUTHERAN: Robust offensive and defensive strains will assist Lancers overcome inexperience at quarterback.
4. SIERRA CANYON: Trailblazers’ protection would be the greatest in Southern California, led by spectacular depth on the road and within the secondary.
5. CORONA CENTENNIAL: Coach Matt Logan has scheduled three straight Trinity League opponents in try to organize crew for Division 1 playoffs.
6. MISSION VIEJO: QB Luke Fahey, an Ohio State commit, is the true deal and can have numerous weapons to assist the Diablos succeed.
7. SANTA MARGARITA: With good coaches, improved line play and a wholesome Trent Mosley, the Eagles are able to making an enormous leap.
8. GARDENA SERRA: It’s a yearly problem for the Cavaliers to remain wholesome sufficient for his or her immense expertise to make it by way of a 14-game schedule.
9. SERVITE: The offensive line is excellent, which is able to assist the Friars keep aggressive within the powerful Trinity League.
10. NEWBURY PARK: QB Brady Smigiel should achieve chemistry with a brand new group of receivers, however the expertise is there for the Panthers to have one other huge season.
11. CATHEDRAL: The Phantoms are able to rise to prominence behind quarterback Jaden Jefferson.
12. JSERRA: New quarterback Koa Smith-Mayall is healthier than individuals suppose, and there’s younger gamers able to step ahead.
13. VISTA MURRIETA: Coach Casey Candaele trusts quarterback Bryson Beavers, an Oregon commit.
14. YORBA LINDA: Coach Jeff Bailey retains being underrated, however the Mustangs maintain producing huge wins.
15. EDISON: Junior quarterback Sam Thomson acquired numerous playoff expertise throughout state championship run.
16. SAN JUAN HILLS: A robust summer time efficiency confirmed the ability place gamers are prepared, led by quarterback Timmy Herr.
17. OAKS CHRISTIAN: There’s expertise all through the lineup, together with speedy operating again Deshonne Redeaux, who will attempt to keep wholesome.
18. INGLEWOOD: After reaching Division 1 playoffs final season, Sentinels are nonetheless the favourite to win the powerful Bay League.
19. CHAPARRAL: Quarterback Dane Weber continues to progress, making his crew very harmful.
20. CORONA DEL MAR: The Sea Kings have returnees at key positions, making them a potential Bravo League title contender.
21. DAMIEN: Quarterback Isaiah Arriaza handed for practically 3,000 yards as a junior, permitting Spartans to construct round him.
22. PALOS VERDES: Defending state champions have junior QB Ryan Rakowski, CB Jalen Flowers and DB Cameron Hughes for difficult schedule.
23. DOWNEY: Quarterback Oscar Rios, an Arizona commit, can cross, run and lead.
24. SHERMAN OAKS NOTRE DAME: Switch QB Wyatt Brown will mix with WR Luc Weaver to supply the Knights with offensive explosiveness.
25. OXNARD PACIFICA: Juniors Isaiah Phelps and Alijah Royster confirmed as sophomores they’re able to turn out to be stars.
Others to observe: Los Alamitos, Lengthy Seaside Poly, Leuzinger, Lengthy Seaside Millikan, Tustin, Valencia, San Clemente.
