The upsets, they are a-happening! In Cali, everyone seems to be beating everyone while in Texas one powerhouse continues to roll undefeated.
But will the start of the playoffs in some states see big dogs get knocked out early? Crazy while teams in the Midwest states such as Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin are just starting while places like Texas and Florida are in playoff mode!
Extra Inning Softball’s Carlos Arias provides a look at this week’s Top 50 (scroll down to see the complete list; records through Monday, April 26, 2021 games)
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EXTRA INNING SOFTBALL 2021 NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL RANKINGS
(Records through Monday, April 26, games)
1. (2) Leander, TX (29-0)
The Lions were idle last week and face Seguin, TX, in the first round of the playoffs on Thursday.
2. (3) Norco, CA (10-1)
The Cougars picked up wins over Kennedy, CA, 10-3, and Santiago, CA, 13-3, to run their winning streak to nine games.
3. (4) Marist, IL (10-0)
The Redhawks have hit 13 homers in 10 games by six different players.
4. (5) Park Vista, FL (23-0)
The Cobras kick off the FHSAA 7A District playoffs today against Boca Raton, FL.
5. (6) Villa Park, CA (11-0)
The Spartans have a big showdown today at rival Esperanza, CA.
6. (8) Mater Dei Catholic, CA (10-0)
Pace-bound Giselle Garcia tossed a five-hitter with 14 strikeouts to help the Crusaders defeat Cathedral Catholic, CA, in a big Metro Mesa League game.
7. (10) Barbers Hill, TX (28-2)
The Eagles bring a 24-game winning streak into Thursday’s Bi-District playoff game against Manvel, TX.
8. (11) Lakewood Ranch, FL (23-2)
The Mustangs open the FHSAA 7A District 12 playoffs today against Riverview, FL.
9. (12) Lake Creek, TX (31-0)
Emiley Kennedy pitched a no-hitter with 12 Ks in five innings in a 12-0 win over Cleveland, TX, and Brenna Kelly and Ava Brown combined on a five-inning no-hitter to beat Caney Creek, TX, 15-0.
10. (13) St. Francis, CA (10-0)
Jess Oakland is batting .667 with seven HRs, 18 runs scored and 25 RBIs for the undefeated Lancers.
Scroll down to see the rest of the top high school teams in the country!
