Staff Report
We’re at the halfway point in the season, so who are the real contenders? Take a look at Mark Trible’s South Jersey Football Frenzy Show Best 11 rankings. Disagree? Tune in at facebook.com/sjglorydays every Wednesday at 7 p.m. and chime in with your thoughts!
11 — West Deptford (5-0): It’s echoes of days gone by in West Deptford these days! Eagles off to a 5-0 start, including two shutouts. A town built on defensive football feeling proud again. NEXT: vs. Haddonfield tonight at 7 p.m. (Mark Trible coverage, on X @Mtrible)
10 — Kingsway Regional (4-1): The Dragons have won three straight since a loss to Camden, and the offense has come alive as Kingsway has scored at least 36 points in all three games. Senior QB David Oravetz has thrown for nearly 1,000 yards and nine TDs. NEXT: vs. Hammonton at 6 p.m.
9 — Shawnee (3-2): Gushue’s Gang still searching for consistency, but the boys in blue are coming off a win over Lenape and have a chance to get on a run the next couple of weeks. NEXT: vs. Cherokee tonight at 6 p.m.
8 — Cedar Creek (4-1): Four straight wins after a disappointing season opener have the Pirates sitting atop the West Jersey Football League Constitution Division. Coach James Melody playing the right tunes these days! NEXT: vs. Oakcrest tonight at 6 p.m.
7 — Burlington Township (5-0): The Falcons are flying high, having ripped through their first four opponents before passing a major test against a tough Delran squad next week. Big-time rivalry matchup this week against Burlington City! NEXT: at Burlington City tonight at 6 p.m.
6 — Rancocas Valley (4-1): With star senior QB Sayvien Adams on the shelf with an injury, the Red Devils have struggled offensively. They narrowly beat Shawnee, but last week RV suffered its first loss of the season in an 8-6 setback against Camden. The Devils need to figure out how they can jumpstart the offense going forward. NEXT: vs. Williamstown at 6 p.m.
5 — Camden (4-1): Camden grinded out an 8-6 win over RV last week as both teams have been struggling with injuries. Senior transfer QB Ahmad Jones is getting more comfortable, but he’s about to get uncomfortable as Winslow sends its elite front seven at him on Saturday. NEXT: vs. No. 1 Winslow on Saturday at noon.
4 — Glassboro (5-0): The Bulldogs have been blasting opponents left and right this season, having score 50 or more points in three of their five games. Better strap those shoelaces tight tonight, Deptford! NEXT: at Deptford tonight at 6 p.m.
3 — St. Augustine Prep (4-1): The Hermits rebounded from their loss to Winslow with aq tough 17-7 win over Mainland, which was driving for a potential winning touchdown before Prep scored on a recovered fumble. With Roman Coney on the injured list, Ty McLeer stepped up with 124 yards on 11 carries. NEXT: Bye this week, then at Lenape on Friday, Oct. 10 at 6 p.m.
2 — Washington Township (5-0): Schatzy’s group is on a roll, and don’t expect it to end this week. The Minutemen have had just one close game this season as the offense has been firing on all cylinders. Colin Beeler runs angry. NEXT: vs. Lenape tonight at 6 p.m. (Brian Tortella coverage, on X @tortreports)
1 — Winslow (3-2): The Eagles have gotten back on track after that tough loss against Bergen Catholic, taking care of St. Augustine Prep before scoring a 49-6 win over Millville. Still some tough games to go, including on Saturday at Camden and a road game at Cherokee in late October. NEXT: at Camden on Saturday at noon.
Check out facebook.com/sjglorydays every Wednesday at 7 p.m. as longtime South Jersey high school football writer Mark Trible brings you his unique perspective on West Jersey Football League action. New rankings come out every week at the conclusion of his show!
NOTE: Staff Writer Dave O’Sullivan will be covering Collingswood at Sterling at 6 p.m. Follow him on X @GDsullysays for updates
