Week 6 Big School Rankings Shake-Up: Valley View Takes Top Spot
By: Brad Loff | Sportzwire | September 23, 2024 | Photo courtesy BL Sports Photography
Here’s a recap of the key changes in the Big School Top 10 Rankings from Week 5 to Week 6 and how the performances from the games affected the standings:
1. Valley View (Up from #2)
Valley View claims the top spot after their strong 36-20 win over Honesdale, improving to 5-1 on the season. Their consistency and dominant performance propelled them past Scranton.
2. Scranton (Down from #1)
Scranton suffered a crushing 43-0 loss to Scranton Prep, which saw them drop from the top spot to number two. This defeat halted their momentum and dropped them to 4-1, but they still remain a top contender.
3. Abington Heights (No Change)
Abington Heights remains in third place after their 21-3 win over North Pocono. Despite the victory, they stay behind Valley View and Scranton, but their strong showing keeps them in the conversation for the top.
4. Dallas (No Change)
Dallas holds steady at the number four spot following a close 30-22 win over Pittston Area. The victory was critical in keeping them in the top four, though they haven’t moved up just yet.
5. Delaware Valley (No Change)
Delaware Valley remains at number five after defeating Wallenpaupack 31-14. This win improved their record to 2-4, and although their overall record isn’t impressive, they’re playing strong football against tough opponents.
6. Wilkes-Barre Area (Up from #7)
Wilkes-Barre Area moves up one spot to number six after a commanding 35-7 victory over Hazleton. Their win not only shifted them up in the rankings but also flipped their spot with Wallenpaupack.
7. Wallenpaupack (Down from #6)
Wallenpaupack dropped one spot to number seven after their 31-14 loss to Delaware Valley. Despite this, they remain a competitive team in the top 10, but the loss set them back in the standings.
8. North Pocono (No Change)
North Pocono stays in the eighth spot after their 21-3 loss to Abington Heights. They’ve had a tough season and will need a turnaround to move up in the rankings.
9. Pittston Area (No Change)
Pittston Area holds at number nine after a close 30-22 loss to Dallas. The competitive game showed they have potential but didn’t result in a win, keeping them locked in their spot.
10. Hazleton (No Change)
Hazleton stays at the bottom of the top 10 after a tough 35-7 loss to Wilkes-Barre Area. Their loss leaves them in the same position, and they’ll need to improve to climb higher in the rankings.
Key Takeaways:
• Valley View capitalized on Scranton’s loss to take the top spot.
• Scranton’s major loss shook up the top of the rankings, but they only dropped to second.
• Wilkes-Barre Area and Delaware Valley are on the rise after convincing wins, while Wallenpaupack slides down.
• The rest of the rankings held steady, with teams like Abington Heights, Dallas, and Pittston Area maintaining their positions.
This week’s action caused a significant shake-up at the top, making the upcoming weeks crucial as teams look to secure their positions in the rankings.
