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