Geneva and Burlington make biggest moves up rankings still topped by unbeaten Kaneland.
Top 10
With records through Sunday and previous rankings in parentheses.
1. Kaneland 28-0 (1): Jeffrey Hassan continues his strong season with12 points as the Knights’ strong defensive effort limits Wheaton Warrenville South in a 53-46 win.
2. Oswego 21-9 (2): Ethan Vahl scores 29 points and Cole Jansons scores four of his 13 points in overtime as the Panthers sweep crosstown series by beating Oswego East 65-58.
3. Batavia 20-8 (3): Xavier Justice and Evan Blankenship provide boost in wins over St. Charles East and Wheaton North, moving the Bulldogs to 15-1 in the new year.
4. Geneva 23-6 (6): David Udoiwod finishes with 29 points, lifting the Vikings past future regional opponent Burlington Central 78-69.
5. Oswego East 18-10 (5): The Wolves honor DePaul recruit Mason Lockett for topping 1,000 points before crosstown classic against Oswego.
6. Burlington Central 17-11 (8): Bennek Braden and the Rockets will get rematch of 78-69 loss to Geneva on Feb. 25 in first round of Class 3A Burlington Central Regional.
7. Aurora Christian 18-7 (4): Joe DeCort and the host Eagles will likely face Byron (22-5) for the title of the upcoming Class 2A Aurora Christian Regional.
8. Marmion 18-11 (9): Dave Malley and the Catholic League White runner-up Cadets culminate a three-win week by beating league champion Leo 62-51.
9. Waubonsie Valley 16-12 (7): T.J. Adams and the Warriors drop a 74-72 decision in three overtimes to Sycamore at the Indian Creek Showcase.
10. Yorkville Christian 18-10 (10): Tray Alford scores 25 points to lead the Mustangs in a 65-51 win over Providence.
Player of the Week
Junior guard Joseph Kramer comes up big for Marmion, totaling 61 points and 23 rebounds in three wins, highlighted by 20 points and nine rebounds in the win over Leo.
