St. Joseph and East Hampton have cemented their status as the top contenders in Connecticut girls soccer, holding the No. 1 spots in the Class LL/L and M/S coaches polls, respectively, as the CIAC tournaments commence Friday. The voting reflects a clear hierarchy heading into the postseason, with St. Joseph securing eight of the 11 first-place votes in the LL/L division. Meanwhile, East Hampton demonstrated unanimous dominance in the M/S class, capturing all 14 first-place ballots from the coaching panel.
LL/L and M/S leaders enter CIAC playoffs with dominant voting support
The LL/L poll sees significant movement in the upper echelons, with Glastonbury rising to No. 2 after earning one first-place vote. Greenwich follows closely at No. 3, while Simsbury and Ridgefield round out the top five. Ridgefield also contributed to the first-place vote tally, highlighting the competitive depth in this division. In the M/S poll, Tolland, Stonington, Old Saybrook, and Lauralton Hall complete the top five rankings, indicating a tightly contested field behind the unchallenged East Hampton squad.
It is crucial for fans and analysts to note that these rankings reflect performance through the conclusion of the regular season only, excluding league tournament play. Mercy, which recently dropped out of the top 10, remains a notable presence with an 11-3-2 record and four votes. Other teams receiving recognition include Masuk (11-2-3) with two votes and Cheshire (11-2-3) with one. As the state tournaments begin, these polls set the stage for high-stakes matchups that will determine the ultimate CIAC banners.
Source: Yahoo Sports
