As Mundelein and Stevenson rise to the top of the rankings, their North Suburban Conference rivals Libertyville and Warren hold steady behind them.
TOP 10
With records through Tuesday and previous rankings in parentheses.
1. Mundelein 7-1 (2)
Freshman catcher Avi Perez, who is batting .625, has adjusted quickly to the varsity level for the 2024 Class 4A state semifinalist.
2. Stevenson 7-2 (NR)
Sophia Becker has taken a step forward, hitting .652 for the fast-rising Patriots, who beat Libertyville in their North Suburban Conference opener.
3. Libertyville 3-2 (3)
Zoe Kinsella hit two home runs in her first 12 at-bats for the Wildcats.
4. Warren 3-2 (4)
Mia Meno is coming into her own for the Blue Devils this season.
5. Carmel 3-1 (6)
Showing great command in the circle, Kaitlyn Konen strikes out 15 during the Corsairs’ win against Palatine on Monday.
6. Antioch 0-6 (1)
Freshman Tanner Ludwig’s fast start for the 2024 Class 3A state runner-up includes a .583 average and a team-high two home runs in five games.
7. Grant 7-4 (10)
Bri Lopez’s timely hitting and great defense in right field, including four diving catches, helps the Bulldogs win six of seven.
8. Wauconda 2-10 (5)
Coming off an impressive freshman season, Madison May is batting .625 with three doubles, a triple, a home run and six RBIs in her past five games.
9. Grayslake Central 3-2 (7)
Kate Davies has picked up right where she left off, too, hitting .588 with five home runs and 14 RBIs in 17 at-bats.
10. Lakes 2-2 (9)
Brookelynn Maxson is fueling the Eagles’ offense with her consistent hitting and ability to get on base.
PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Senior shortstop Grace Brown, a St. Joseph’s recruit who missed last season with a knee injury, is hitting .571 with three home runs and eight RBIs in her past three games.
Bobby Narang is a freelance reporter.
