Week 5 to Week 6: Small School Top 10 Rankings Recap for District 4
By: Brad Loff | Sportzwire | September 25, 2024 | Photo courtesy Brad Loff
Week 5 brought plenty of excitement and upsets in District 4 small schools, and the rankings going into Week 6 reflect those significant results. Here’s a breakdown of how the key performances from Week 5 affected the SportzWire Small School Top 10 rankings for Week 6.
Troy Holds Strong at #1
Troy remains the team to beat, holding onto the #1 spot after a commanding 56-13 victory over Towanda. Troy’s consistent play and dominant offense continue to impress as they keep a firm grip on the top position in the rankings.
Danville Secures #2 Spot
At #2, Danville solidified their spot after an emphatic 49-0 win over Milton. Their offense fired on all cylinders, and the defense pitched a shutout, making Danville a team that continues to push for the #1 spot.
Mount Carmel Moves Up to #3
One of the major shifts in the rankings came with Mount Carmel’s rise to #3. Their 41-17 victory over Montoursville showcased their strength and earned them a boost up the rankings, displacing Warrior Run, who dropped after their Week 5 loss.
Southern Columbia Jumps to #4
Southern Columbia made a statement with their 54-12 win over Central Columbia, enough to push them up to #4. As one of the perennial powerhouses, they continue to show why they deserve to be among the top teams in the district.
Warrior Run Falls to #7
The biggest drop this week was Warrior Run, falling from #3 to #7 after their tough 24-0 loss to Lewisburg. Their performance in Week 5 showed weaknesses that cost them in the rankings, but they remain a team capable of bouncing back.
Lewisburg Climbs to #5
Lewisburg benefitted from their victory over Warrior Run, moving up two spots from #7 to #5. Their defensive shutout performance earned them a well-deserved boost, placing them in the top 5 for Week 6.
Loyalsock Township Climbs to #6
Loyalsock Township also saw an upward move in the rankings, going from #9 in Week 5 to #6 after a hard-fought 20-13 win over Bloomsburg. Their ability to win close games has kept them in the mix among the top teams.
Muncy Holds Steady at #8
Muncy held onto their spot at #8, putting in a commanding performance with a 61-20 win over Sayre. The offense continues to impress, keeping them in the top 10 as they look to continue climbing.
Line Mountain Enters at #9
After a thrilling 33-32 victory over Upper Dauphin, Line Mountain made their way into the top 10 for the first time, securing the #9 spot. This close win shows their potential, and they’ll be a team to watch as the season progresses.
Hughesville Cracks the Top 10 at #10
Rounding out the top 10 is Hughesville, who earned a spot after their dominant 57-0 victory over Midd-West. They displace Montoursville, who dropped out of the rankings after a tough loss.
Looking Ahead
The Week 6 rankings show just how competitive the District 4 small school landscape is. While Troy and Danville maintain their dominance at the top, teams like Mount Carmel and Southern Columbia are making their moves, while others, like Warrior Run, will need to regroup after tough losses.
As we move deeper into the season, it’s clear that the battles for the top spots are far from over, and the upcoming weeks promise even more shakeups in the rankings.
Stay tuned for more updates as the District 4 small schools continue their march toward playoff contention!
