For the third consecutive week, Massillon Jackson occupies the No. 1 spot in the rankings. The 15-win Polar Bears are also one of five local squads featured in this week's Midwest Regional. Not much movement in this week's rankings as Avon is the lone new team, replacing five-loss Mason. Strongsville jumps back in the top three ahead of D-II power Defiance.
Here's a look at the top of the rankings:
1. Jackson (12-1) — last week No. 1
2. Strongsville (17-2) — last week No. 5
3. Defiance (18-1) — last week No. 2
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