The Inquirer TOP 10
Team Record
Previous rankings in parentheses.
1. St. Joseph (2) 3-0
The Wildcats lost leading rusher Eli Pogue with a shoulder injury in the second quarter and still overwhelmed Holy Spirit by a 34-7 score. Next: at St. Augustine (2-2) Friday at 7.
2. Pennsuaken (3) 4-0
The Indians' sturdy defense has been an unheralded aspect of their fast start. Next: Home vs. Winslow Township (1-3) Saturday at noon.
3. Timber Creek (4) 4-0
Junior running back Khalil Pierce has six touchdowns for the Chargers. Next: Home vs. Woodrow Wilson (3-0) Oct. 14 at 7.
4. Williamstown (5) 4-0
Sophomore running back Marque Little scored touchdowns of 30, 35 and 37 yards Friday against Moorestown. Next: Home vs. Cherry Hill East (3-1) Oct. 14 at 7.
5. Holy Spirit (1) 2-2
Seven penalties for 70 yards in the first half killed the Spartans against St. Joseph. Next: Home vs. Mainland (2-2) Oct. 14 at 7.
6. Hammonton (6) 3-0
The Blue Devils' young offensive line might be the best in South Jersey in 2012. Next: At Egg Harbor Township (2-2) Friday at 7.
7. Shawnee (7) 3-1
The Renegades are the Wisconsin of South Jersey football: Big offensive line clearing the way for a big ground game. Next: at Cherry Hill East (3-1) Thursday at 3:45.
8. Haddonfield (10) 3-0
Senior Chris Dengler made plays on offense, defense and special teams against West Deptford. Next: At Sterling (2-1) Friday at 7.
9. Camden Catholic (NR) 3-0
The Irish have outscored opponents, 131-12, but now enter the meat of their schedule: Seneca, Delsea, Pennsauken, Moorestown, Bishop Eustace. Next: At Seneca (2-2) Thursday at 7.
10. Millville (NR) 3-0
Senior tackle Nick Tyndal is a four-year starter and leader of the offensive line. Next: At Ocean City (0-3) Friday at 7.
Under consideration (listed alphabetically): Burlington Township (4-0), Woodrow Wilson (3-0).
- Phil Anastasia
