District 4 Small School Top 10: Week 8 Update

As we head into Week 8, the rankings for District 4’s Small School Top 10 have seen notable shifts, with teams battling fiercely to maintain their positions. Week 7 brought a mix of crucial victories and some tough losses that affected the rankings. Let’s take a look at the key changes and how these games impacted the standings.

1. Troy (#1)

Troy remains at the top after a dominant 50-20 win over Wellsboro on October 4th. Their performance continues to show why they are the team to beat in District 4. A well-rounded offense and a defense that makes few mistakes keep Troy firmly in the #1 spot.

Upcoming Game: North Penn-Mansfield Senior (10/11)

2. Danville (#2)

Danville stays in the #2 spot, holding off Mount Carmel with a 22-19 victory. It was a tightly contested matchup, but Danville’s ability to win close games speaks volumes about their resilience.

Upcoming Game: Loyalsock Township (10/11)

3. Lewisburg (#3)

Lewisburg remains in the #3 spot after a commanding 41-7 win against Midd-West on October 4th. Their offense continues to shine, and they’ve proven they can handle the teams they are supposed to beat.

Upcoming Game: Shamokin (10/11)

4. Mount Carmel (#4)

Mount Carmel holds steady at #4 despite a narrow 22-19 loss to Danville. While it was a tough loss, Mount Carmel showed they can compete with the top teams. They will need to rebound quickly to keep their ranking intact.

Upcoming Game: Central Mountain (10/11)

5. Muncy (#5)

Muncy also stays at #5 following a 59-20 win over North Penn-Mansfield Senior. Their offense looked sharp, and they’ll look to continue their strong play as the season progresses.

Upcoming Game: Sayre (10/12)

6. Loyalsock Township (#6)

Loyalsock Township retains their #6 ranking after a solid 24-23 win over Warrior Run on October 4th. They continue to show improvement, but will face a significant challenge in Week 8 against Danville.

Upcoming Game: Danville (10/11)

7. Warrior Run (#7)

Warrior Run stays at #7 after a tough 24-23 loss to Loyalsock Township. They fought hard but came up just short. They’ll need to regroup for their next matchup to avoid slipping further down the rankings.

Upcoming Game: Hughesville (10/11)

8. Towanda (#8)

Towanda makes its debut in the rankings at #8 after a convincing 34-13 victory over Athens Area on October 5th. Their late-season surge has caught the attention of many, and they’ll be a team to watch closely.

Upcoming Game: South Williamsport (10/12)

9. Line Mountain (#9)

Line Mountain drops slightly to #9 after a tough 55-21 loss to Middletown on October 4th. They’ll need a strong showing against James Buchanan in Week 8 to hold their spot in the top 10.

Upcoming Game: James Buchanan (10/11)

10. Montoursville (#10)

Montoursville hangs on to the #10 spot after a strong 44-7 victory over Central Mountain. While they’ve struggled at times this season, they’re showing they still belong in the top 10.

Upcoming Game: Southern Columbia (10/11)

Notable Games from Week 7

• Danville 22, Mount Carmel 19: A close battle between two top teams, with Danville edging out the victory and maintaining their #2 ranking.

• Troy 50, Wellsboro 20: Troy solidifies their top spot with a commanding win.

• Lewisburg 41, Midd-West 7: Lewisburg’s offense was firing on all cylinders, keeping them at #3.

• Towanda 34, Athens Area 13: Towanda continues their rise in the rankings with an impressive win.

Upcoming Games to Watch in Week 8

• Loyalsock Township vs. Danville (10/11): A top-tier matchup that could shake up the top half of the rankings.

• Shamokin vs. Lewisburg (10/11): Lewisburg looks to maintain their momentum against a strong Shamokin team.

• Montoursville vs. Southern Columbia (10/11): Montoursville will have their hands full as they take on powerhouse Southern Columbia.

• Towanda vs. South Williamsport (10/12): Can Towanda keep climbing the rankings with another strong performance?

As we move into the crucial latter stages of the season, every game has major implications for the District 4 rankings. Stay tuned to see how the top 10 shapes up after Week 8!