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    Girls’ soccer Top 10: Talented contenders vie for playoff standing


    It seems girls’ high school soccer in Northern Virginia has never been more wide-open and competitive. As the playoffs approach, there is a variety of contenders across the area. Of the 10 teams that appear in our midseason rankings, none have more than one loss.

    In addition to consistent powers such as Yorktown and South County, there are plenty of new contenders in the mix this spring. Independence and Forest Park have emerged and grow more dangerous with each passing week.

    A look ahead: Playoff soccer begins in about two weeks, with most district tournaments starting in mid-May. After the region tournaments, state quarterfinals begin June 6. Semifinals are June 9, followed by a full slate of championship games the next day.

    1. Yorktown (8-1-0) Last ranked: 1

    The defending Class 6 champion was upset by Oakton in its second match. It has gone 7-0 since.

    2. Madison (8-0-1) LR: NR

    Outside of a scoreless draw against Robinson in the season opener, the Warhawks have been unstoppable.

    The Sharks, a dynamo for much of last spring, have returned to their winning ways.

    4. Fairfax (9-0-1) LR: 10

    The high-scoring Lions have won by an average of 2.8 goals.

    5. Stone Bridge (10-1-0) LR: NR

    The Bulldogs started 10-0 before a loss to Woodgrove.

    6. Independence (10-1-0) LR: NR

    The Tigers have navigated a tough schedule with poise.

    The Cougars’ lone loss came to Madison.

    8. Forest Park (9-1-1) LR: NR

    The Bruins are off to an impressive start under first-year coach Marie Schweitzer.

    9. South County (7-1-1) LR: 3

    Coach Nina Pannoni’s program, a consistent contender in recent years, is back in the conversation.

    10. Battlefield (7-1-3) LR: 8

    The Prince William County power’s most impressive win might be a 5-0 defeat of rival Patriot.

    On the bubble: Briar Woods, Centreville, Lake Braddock, Tuscarora



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