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High School Football Rankings Heat Up for 2024 Season

As Alabama’s high school football season enters Week 8, passionate fans⁢ are following ‍their ⁤favorite ​teams’ ‌journeys in the rankings. ​The Alabama Sports Writers Association (ASWA)⁤ has just released ⁤its latest polls, highlighting some notable ​shifts among the​ top teams. With the push for playoff‍ spots intensifying, ⁣every game counts ⁣more than‌ ever.

Hoover Head‌ Coach Sees Progress

Hoover High⁢ School has made a leap ⁣in the Class 7A rankings, ‌moving‌ up ‌to No. 6 after ‌a recent victory⁢ against Oak Mountain.​ Coach Trey English expressed pride in the team’s performance, noting that their hard work is paying off. “We’re ‍seeing improvement ‌every week, and ​it’s exciting to​ see the players grow,” he commented. The Bucs, now boasting a 5-2 ‍ record, are gearing up for a critical ‌matchup​ against‌ Tuscaloosa County this Friday.

Class 7A Top 10 Rankings

  1. Auburn (6-0)
  2. Central-Phenix City ⁣(5-1)
  3. Thompson (5-2)
  4. Mary Montgomery (6-1)
  5. Enterprise (4-2)
  6. Hoover (5-2)
  7. Carver-Montgomery (5-1)
  8. Austin (6-0)
  9. Hewitt-Trussville‍ (5-2)
  10. Baker (5-1)

Other‍ teams ​receiving​ votes include Opelika, James ⁢Clemens, Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa, and Vestavia Hills.

Spain Park’s Shift in Rankings

In contrast, Spain Park fell to No.‌ 4 ⁢ in Class 6A following a week off. At 6-0, they are still ⁢in a strong position as they prepare to host Chelsea, ⁢another undefeated team, this Thursday night. Both teams will be‍ aiming to secure their seventh​ win of ‌the season, making this matchup‌ crucial not just for pride, but also for playoff positioning.

Class 6A ‍Top 10 Rankings

  1. Saraland (6-0)
  2. Clay-Chalkville (6-0)
  3. Parker (6-1)
  4. Spain Park‌ (6-0)
  5. Oxford (7-0)
  6. Muscle Shoals (5-1)
  7. Gadsden‍ City (5-1)
  8. Homewood (6-1)
  9. Hartselle (5-1)
  10. Chelsea (6-0)

Teams like Mountain Brook, St. Paul’s Episcopal, Russell County,⁣ and Spanish Fort also received votes, indicating a‍ competitive field this season.

Exciting Matchups Ahead

With⁣ the playoffs looming, teams in all classes are vying for a strong finish.⁢ Here are some potential highlights for ⁤the​ coming week:

  • Hoover (5-2) vs. Tuscaloosa ‍County
  • Spain Park⁤ (6-0) vs.⁤ Chelsea (6-0)
  • Auburn (6-0) looks ‌to maintain its top⁢ spot in Class 7A

These games could ​define the season for⁤ many teams, making⁢ it essential for athletes ‍to perform ⁢at their best.

A Look at Other Classes

The excitement​ isn’t limited to Classes 6A and⁤ 7A. Other‌ classes also have standout teams ​worth ‌watching:

  • In⁣ Class 5A, ‍Catholic-Montgomery leads⁣ the ⁤pack with a perfect 6-0 record.
  • In ​ Class 4A, Jackson holds the top position ‍at 6-1.
  • T.R. Miller in Class‍ 3A is currently undefeated at 7-0.

These teams are not only looking to secure their spots in the‌ playoffs but also‍ to prove themselves‌ as champions ​in‌ their respective divisions.

Conclusion: The Race​ Heats Up

As the season‍ progresses, every​ game grows more​ critical. The recent rankings by ⁣the ASWA⁣ reflect not just the standings but also the excitement and rivalry that ⁣fuel Alabama high school football. With key matchups​ on the horizon, teams ‌will need to ‍dig deep to secure their paths to ​the⁤ playoffs.​ Fans will⁤ be watching closely, ready to support their teams as they strive to ⁢emerge victorious amid this tight competition

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