Division II and III Top 10 - Week 7
Bishop Ready and Bishop Hartley remain atop the latest Division II and III power rankings
Many teams are nearing the mid point in the high school basketball season, as league championship races are taking shape and teams are hitting their stride. Let’s take a look at our latest top 10 in Division II and III.
1. Bishop Ready (6-2)
This Week: Friday vs. #6 Worthington Christian, Saturday vs. #9 River Valley
MaxPreps RPI ranking: #2 (Division II)
Bishop Ready has been one of the toughest teams in Central Ohio this year, with its only losses coming to Cincinnati Western Hills and Canton GlenOak. The Silver Knights get two top 10 tests in back-to-back days in a stretch that could greatly aid their postseason resume.
2. Bishop Hartley (9-1)
This Week: W vs. Granville, Friday vs. Bishop Watterson
MaxPreps RPI ranking: #1 (Division II)
Bishop Hartley has not been shy about scheduling quality teams in the non-conference. After a home win over Granville on Tuesday, the Hawks get ready for its CCL opener at home on Friday against Bishop Watterson.
3. Northridge (7-1)
This Week: Wednesday at #18 (D1) Licking Heights, Saturday vs. Johnstown
MaxPreps RPI ranking: #2 (Division III)
Northridge has been one of the area’s strongest teams, winning seven of eight games with its only loss coming in overtime at Division I Watkins Memorial. The Vikings have won their last five games by single digits, as they’ve been a very resilient bunch. They’ll be greatly tested this week with two big-time LCL matchups.