Grayslake Central moves up after its win against No. 1 Antioch, while Vernon Hills and Lake Zurich enter the rankings.
TOP 10
With records through Tuesday and previous rankings in parentheses.
1. Antioch 6-1 (1)
Miranda Gomez is packing a punch near the bottom of the order with a .471 average and playing excellent defense in center field.
2. Mundelein 8-0 (2)
Kieley Tomas is doing it all for the Mustangs, pitching at a high level and hitting .571.
3. Warren 6-2 (3)
Lily Barrera provides some sunshine following a few rainouts last week, recording three hits and two steals in two games.
4. Wauconda 6-4 (4)
Freshman catcher Madison May has been outstanding behind the plate and is batting .464 with seven RBIs.
5. Libertyville 7-6 (6)
Emily Psyhogios has been an anchor at third base and is learning a new role as a pitcher.
6. Grayslake Central 3-3 (7)
Emma Andrews and Kate Davies hit home runs and the Rams’ defense plays well in their stunning 5-3 victory against Antioch, ranked No. 9 in the country.
7. Stevenson 4-5 (5)
Aubrey Jepson is doing a solid job in the circle and is hitting .704 with a home run.
8. Vernon Hills 4-5-1 (NR)
Freshman third baseman/catcher Annie Zbylut is playing well in the field and is hitting .429 over her past five games.
9. Lake Zurich 2-3 (NR)
Freshman pitcher Alaina Krzeminski is providing valuable innings in relief to help solidify the Bears’ staff.
10. Zion-Benton 3-1 (10)
The Zee-Bees’ win against Lake Forest gives them momentum going into their game at rival Waukegan.
PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Senior pitcher Aly Krogman, a Loras commit, sparks Carmel by striking out 10 over 12 1/3 innings and hitting .444 in the past four games.
Bobby Narang is a freelance reporter.