News Summary

Heritage Hills and North Decatur have both secured the No. 1 spots in the USA TODAY Network Indiana High School Football Polls. Heritage Hills, with a perfect 4-0 record, rose to the top in Class 4A after Bishop Chatard’s loss. Meanwhile, North Decatur also boasts a 4-0 record, claiming the top spot in Class A. The excitement in Indiana’s high school football scene continues to build as these teams remain unbeaten and ready for upcoming challenges on the field.

Heritage Hills and North Decatur Celebrate Big Wins!

Hey there, football fans! It’s an exciting time in Indiana as Heritage Hills and North Decatur have both climbed to the top of the rankings in the latest USA TODAY Network Indiana High School Football Polls. Let’s dive into what happened on the gridiron.

Heritage Hills Takes the Crown in Class 4A

First up, we have Heritage Hills, now sporting a perfect 4-0 record, who has climbed to the coveted No. 1 spot in Class 4A. This impressive rise came after the previous top team, Bishop Chatard, faced a nail-biting defeat against Cathedral, losing 23-20. With Bishop Chatard sliding down to No. 2, all eyes will be on them as they gear up for their next matchup against Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory.

North Decatur Shines Bright in Class A

Meanwhile, over in Class A, North Decatur is basking in the glory of their own No. 1 ranking after jumping ahead of Providence, who now sits at No. 2 with a record of 3-1. North Decatur also boasts a 4-0 record, making them one of the teams to watch this season. The competition is heating up, and these teams are definitely bringing their A-game!

Class 6A Stays Steady

In Class 6A, the top four teams are maintaining their positions. The standings show Brownsburg at No. 1, defending their spot with a 4-0 record. Following them are Center Grove at No. 2, also at 4-0, and Carmel, who stands strong at No. 3 with a 3-1 record. Crown Point, holding the No. 4 position, is also performing well at 4-0. It’s safe to say these teams are proving to be powerhouses!

New Faces in the Rankings

Fishers made a splash by entering the top-10 at No. 7 after defeating Hamilton Southeastern with a score of 28-16 in the intense Mudsock game. On the other hand, Columbus North and Columbia City, ranked No. 7 and No. 6, respectively last week, have unfortunately dropped out of the rankings. Meanwhile, the teams that received votes include Warren Central with 31 votes, followed by Columbus North and Franklin Central, among others.

Match Highlights from the Week

This week was packed with thrilling matchups! Brownsburg kept their No. 1 spot with a tight win over Avon, winning 55-47. New Palestine made headlines by shutting out Mt. Vernon with a resounding 71-0 victory. Meanwhile, Center Grove claimed victory against Ben Davis, winning 63-35, and Crown Point showcased their strength with a 42-0 shutout against Lake Central.

In other exciting games, Heritage Hills maintained that perfect record, dominating Southridge with a score of 45-0. On a close note, East Noble edged past DeKalb with a tight 21-14 score. Not far behind, Lawrence North took down North Central with a strong performance, winning 55-21.

More Scores to Keep an Eye On

Several schools also made their mark, including Westfield, who overpowered Noblesville with a score of 41-7, and Franklin Central, who narrowly defeated Zionsville 20-16. The week also saw Bloomington South victorious against Bloomington North *36-7*, while Evansville Memorial triumphed over Evansville Mater Dei in a dramatic overtime finish, winning 28-21.

As the season progresses, it’s clear that the competition in Indiana’s high school football scene is nothing short of electrifying. With teams like Heritage Hills and North Decatur stepping into the limelight, fans are surely in for a treat. Make sure to keep an eye on these rising stars as they take the field in the weeks ahead!

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