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Risers and Fallers: District 11 Girls Basketball Rankings Heat Up in 2025
By: Justin Bradley | Sportzwire | January 13, 2025 | Photo courtesy Justin Focus Photography
The latest District 11 high school girls basketball rankings, curated by Coach Jarrett Carnes and sponsored by United NJ AAU Basketball, have brought exciting changes to both the Big School and Small School divisions. With major moves among the top contenders and new teams breaking into the Top 10, the 2025 season is heating up!
Big Schools (4A/5A/6A):
Top 3 Teams:
1️⃣ Emmaus maintains their iron grip on the #1 spot, showcasing consistency and dominance on the court. They remain the team to beat.
2️⃣ Parkland leaps from #6 to #2, riding an impressive winning streak. Their rise is a statement of intent for the second half of the season.
3️⃣ Liberty skyrockets from #10 to #3, proving that resilience and strong teamwork can overcome early-season struggles.
Biggest Risers:
Liberty (from #10 to #3): The most significant leap this week, Liberty’s performances have solidified them as a contender for the top spot.
North Schuylkill (unranked to #7): After falling out of the rankings, North Schuylkill makes a triumphant return, demonstrating grit and determination.
Biggest Fallers:
Bethlehem Catholic (Beca): A shocking drop out of the Top 10 has fans wondering if they can bounce back.
Easton (from #2 to #6): A tough week pushes Easton down four spots, leaving them with work to do to regain ground.
Palmerton (from #4 to #8): Despite their drop, Palmerton remains within striking distance of climbing back into contention.
Small Schools (1A/2A/3A):
Top 3 Teams:
1️⃣ Notre Dame Green Pond ascends to the #1 spot, overtaking Marian Catholic with a stellar start to 2025.
2️⃣ Marian Catholic slips to #2 but remains a formidable force, ready to challenge Notre Dame for the top position.
3️⃣ Pen Argyl jumps from #6 to #3, establishing themselves as a rising star in the Small School rankings.
Biggest Risers:
Northern Lehigh (unranked to #7): Making their debut in the Top 10, Northern Lehigh’s momentum is undeniable.
Pen Argyl (from #6 to #3): Their consistent improvements have earned them a spot among the elite.
Mahanoy Area (from #10 to #9): A minor rise, but it reflects their steady progress this season.
Biggest Fallers:
Executive Education: A surprising drop out of the Top 10 shakes up the rankings and opens the door for new teams.
Schuylkill Haven (from #4 to #6): A slight dip, but they remain competitive and poised to reclaim a higher position.
Williams Valley (from #2 to #4): Falling out of the Top 3 adds pressure to recover their strong early-season form.
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Stay tuned for more updates as teams fight for their spots in the rankings and the D11 action intensifies!
