Records are through Monday. Last week's rankings in parentheses. NR-not ranked.
1. Cherokee (1) 5-0
The Chiefs are still rolling, recording shutouts against Timber Creek, Eastern, and Lenape this week. Through five games, Cherokee is outscoring opponents by 15-1.
2. Eastern (3) 3-1-1
Eastern continued its strong play, despite allowing its first goals of the season in Monday's 3-0 loss to No. 1 Cherokee.
3. Washington Township (NR) 2-1-1
The Minutemen worked a tie against Eastern and will look to continue their strong play in the grueling Olympic Conference American division.
4. Haddonfield (NR) 5-0
The team that recently recorded its 600th win notched a quality 2-0 victory over West Deptford on Monday night.
5. Haddon Township (NR) 4-0
The Hawks are outscoring opponents, 14-0, through their first four games.
6. Seneca (NR) 4-1
Seneca has outscored opponents, 17-3, since an opening loss to Washington Township.
7. Shawnee (9) 2-2
After a disappointing start, the Renegades got back on track with consecutive shutouts.
8. Lenape (4) 3-1-1
After a strong start, the Indians fell to Cherokee and Cherry Hill East in consecutive matches. Monday's matchup at Eastern will be telling for Lenape.
9. Gateway (NR) 5-0
Anthony Colofranson's 13 goals are a big reason for Gateway's hot start.
10. Sacred Heart (NR) 4-0
The emergence of freshman Steve Tobolski (four goals) adds to an already potent offense.
Under consideration (listed alphabetically): Cherry Hill East (2-2), Haddon Heights (1-1-1), Moorestown (2-2), St. Augustine (2-2), Timber Creek (3-1-1).
- Chris Melchiorre
