Lincoln-Way Central moves closer to top spot held by De La Salle, while Argo rejoins the rankings.
Top 10
With records through Tuesday and previous rankings in parentheses.
1. De La Salle 20-1-2 (1)
Senior forward Mario Ramirez delivers a goal and an assist in 2-0 win over Mount Carmel.
2. Lincoln-Way Central 13-3 (5)
Junior forward Derrick Rafacz comes through with a goal and an assist in 4-2 win over Lockport.
3. Lockport 13-4-1 (2)
Clinch share of SouthWest Suburban Conference title with 7-0 rout of Bradley-Bourbonnais.
4. Lincoln-Way East 14-4-3 (4)
Seniors Kamden Williams, Josh Mensching form dynamic offensive duo for the Griffins.
5. St. Laurence 14-2-5 (8)
Sophomore midfielder Jesus Salazar is a big-time playmaker for the Vikings.
6. Lemont 18-3 (6)
Senior defender Aidan Ontiveros leads the way in 1-0 shutout of Metea Valley.
7. Bloom 14-5 (7)
Senior forward Omar Ortiz makes the Blazing Trojans a dangerous postseason team.
8. Andrew 14-4 (3)
Senior forward Adam Rutka develops into top-class finisher for the Thunderbolts.
9. Mount Carmel 16-5-1 (9)
Senior forward Brandon Razo wins Lawless Award as Catholic League Blue MVP.
10. Argo 11-3-4 (NR)
Senior forward Abraham Horta lifts Argonauts to South Suburban Red championship.
Player of the Week
Senior midfielder Jimmy Piko scores seven goals and dishes out three assists over four games for Providence, which goes 3-0-1 and clinches a share of the Catholic League White championship.
