SBLive Arkansas Power 25 high school football rankings for Week 7

By Kyle Sutherland | Characteristic picture by Braeden Botts

Six weeks down, 4 to go as the ultimate month of the common season is in full gear. One convention from Class 5A is full insanity after the most recent addition to the Energy 25 secured an time beyond regulation victory, No. 2 fell to No. 5, and far more went down final week that has created probably the most motion we’ve got seen up to now. 

Listed here are the SBLive Arkansas High 25 highschool soccer rankings for Week 7.

1. Bryant (5-0) 

Two teaching legends in Bryant’s Buck James and Central’s George Shelton confronted off at Everett Area, however James’ highly effective Hornets didn’t want very lengthy to complete this one as they scored all of their 42 factors by halftime and shut out the Tigers. Bryant heads to close by Pulaski County to play Little Rock Southwest on Friday.

2. Cabot (5-1)

Cabot obtained on Conway 14-0 within the first quarter and performed an general full sport to beat the Wampus Cats 35-20, benefiting from 12 Conway penalties and forcing 4 turnovers. The Panthers now have one of the best resume within the state having defeated three High 10 groups – Fayetteville, Bentonville West, and Conway. They’re again at residence this week in a positive matchup towards Central, earlier than hitting the street to play top-ranked Bryant on October 21.

3. Conway (5-1)

Although they fought till the tip, the Wampus Cats did some uncharacteristic issues, succumbing to double-digit penalties and practically a handful of turnovers in a 35-20 loss to Cabot. Only a few issues had gone flawed from them up so far, so that they anticipate to regroup and study from the errors earlier than Fort Smith Northside involves John McConnell Stadium on Friday.

4. Pulaski Academy (6-0)

Pulaski Academy’s opponent has scored first in three of the Bruins’ six video games, however that has not fazed them. Siloam Springs was the newest to take action and as soon as once more PA responded by working away, scoring 58 factors within the first half in the end successful 65-17. The Bruins journey to Van Buren this week.

5. Greenwood (5-1)

The Bulldogs had been on a bye. They’ll host an enormous showdown with No. 7 Lake Hamilton on Friday.

6. Bentonville (5-1)

The Tigers received in dominating style for the fourth week in a row pummeling Rogers Heritage 42-7. For the reason that bye week a month in the past, they’ve outscored opponents 165-45, however nonetheless haven’t earned a signature win. That would change on Friday as they host No. 8 Fayetteville, hoping to avenge final yr’s 42-34 loss.

7. Lake Hamilton (7-0)

Led by one other excellent efficiency from star Justin Crutchmer – 211 rush yards and three touchdowns, an 84-yard kickoff return for a landing, and eight complete tackles defensively – the Wolves took care of enterprise and have hardly skipped a beat all yr. They need to begin 8-0 for the fourth straight season however should get previous No. 5 Greenwood on the street to take action. The Bulldogs have received the previous seven conferences, together with the 2020 6A state championship sport, courting again to 2016 when the applications started competing within the 6A-West.

8. Fayetteville (4-2)

It took a while to get in a groove, however the Purple Canines pulled away from Fort Smith Southside 60-20 at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium, the outdated stomping grounds of head coach Casey Dick. Junior quarterback Drake Lindsey had one other excellent outing finishing 24-of-36 passes for 401 yards 5 touchdowns, 2 of these scores to his favourite goal Kaylon Morris who had over 200 yards receiving. Fayetteville goes to archrival No. 6 Bentonville this week trying to defeat the Tigers in back-to-back seasons since 2004-05.

9. Catholic (6-0)

Coming off an enormous win over beforehand undefeated West Memphis, the Rockets had been pushed on the street by Sheridan however they prevailed as soon as once more successful 21-7 to stay undefeated. The defensive unit continues to be the most effective within the state permitting simply 13 factors per sport. They’re again at Conflict Memorial Stadium Friday towards Sylvan Hills.

10. Bentonville West (4-2)

The Wolverines had been in a must-win state of affairs towards undefeated Rogers in the event that they wished to stay within the 7A-West race they usually answered the decision taking down the Mounties 34-21. Quarterback Jake Casey handed for 242 yards and three touchdowns, whereas Ty Durham hauled in 6 passes for 144 yards and a pair of touchdowns. West will play at Har-Ber this week.

11. Rogers (5-1)

After digging a 21-0 gap towards Bentonville West, the Mounties’ offense got here alive within the second half, however the West offense saved scoring as nicely which was an excessive amount of to beat. Rogers appears to be like to get again on monitor at residence towards Springdale earlier than an enormous street match towards No. 6 Bentonville on October 21.

12. Joe T. Robinson (5-1)

In opposition to Maumelle and former Senators’ defensive coordinator Brian Maupin, Robinson obtained down 8-0 however reeled off 21 factors within the second quarter that turned out to be the foremost distinction within the 35-30 win. Noah Freeman has been punishing defenses all yr and did it as soon as once more placing up 291 all-purpose yards, together with 205 yards and three touchdowns on the bottom whereas averaging 12 yards per carry. They return to Charlie George Stadium on Friday to tackle Beebe.

13. Parkview (4-2)

The Patriots had no drawback with visiting Hope as they dealt with the Bobcats 47-21 at Conflict Memorial Stadium. Sophomore sensation Omarion Robinson had one of many extra spectacular performances that any participant within the state has skilled this season, with all of his scores being non-offensive touchdowns that included an interception return, a kick return, and two punt returns. Parkview heads to deep southwest Arkansas on Friday to face a gritty Arkansas Excessive squad.

14. Arkadelphia (5-0)

The Badgers had been on a bye. They welcome Waldron this week.

15. Little Rock Christian (4-2)

Coming off a bye, the Warriors had no issues dealing with Mountain House 45-13. Sophomore Ronny Anokye made his presence identified speeding 26 instances for 208 yards and a pair of touchdowns because the Warriors compiled nearly 400 yards on the bottom. They journey to Siloam Springs this week with hopes of successful back-to-back video games since beginning the season 2-0.

16. Camden Fairview (5-1)

The Cardinals have been enjoying powerful protection all through their four-game win streak, and saved that up, together with a stellar speeding assault, in a 35-19 win over beforehand undefeated Magnolia. They rushed for 229 yards, led by quarterback and Razorback commit Martavius Thomas’ 144, together with JaBauree Lockhart’s three touchdowns. Following back-to-back street video games, the Cardinals return residence to face De Queen this week.

17. Benton (4-2)

Benton obtained off to a 1-2 begin however has since taken care of enterprise towards a positive schedule and is at the moment on a three-game win streak. The Panthers have outscored opponents 168-41 in that span. They wanted simply 280 yards of complete offense to earn a 58-0 homecoming victory over Greene County Tech final Friday. Benton is again at Everett Area this week with Jacksonville coming to city.

18. Shiloh Christian (5-1)

After pummeling Harrison final Friday, the Saints have outscored their three 5A-West opponents 167-27. Aside from two throwing interceptions, quarterback Eli Knowledge was excellent finishing 12-of-14 passes for 245 yards and 4 touchdowns, whereas wideout Bodie Neal continues to impress, hauling in 7 passes for 169 yards and three touchdowns. The Saints head to Pea Ridge this week.

19. Mills (7-0)

It was not the primary time this season Mills received in thrilling style, however a QJ King additional level sealed the deal because the Comets had been in a position to escape Pine Bluff at residence to stay undefeated. UCA Commit Jabrae Shaw additionally snagged his ninth interception of the season, including to his numbers because the state’s chief in that class. A showdown with No. 12 Robinson on October 21 that ought to find yourself deciding the 5A-Central looms following a bye.

20. Farmington (4-2)

The adjustment to Sam Wells at quarterback has continued to be a hit for the Cardinals as they’ve received their previous two video games by a mixed 101-22. A good residence matchup with Clarksville is on the horizon this week earlier than an important street journey to Shiloh Christian with main 5A-West implications on October 21.

21. Magnolia (5-1)

The Panther offense scored their lowest level complete of the season and weren’t in a position to cease Camden Fairview’s speeding assault ensuing of their first lack of the season. Although that may enhance their workload in making an attempt to rebound, the highest spot within the 5A-South remains to be as much as grabs as they hit the street towards a feisty Sizzling Springs squad.

22. Batesville (5-1)

Winners of 4 in a row, Batesville has allowed simply six factors previously two video games, most not too long ago defeating Forrest Metropolis 37-6. Junior working again Gabe Witt, the Pioneers’ workhorse, rushed 14 instances for 136 yards (9.7 yards per carry) and touchdowns. Batesville has a tricky matchup on the street this week towards a Wynne group coming off of a one-point loss to Valley View.

23. Harding Academy (6-0)

After an eyebrow-raising 13-12 halftime rating in favor of Harding Academy, the Wildcats had been in a position to put Bald Knob away as they pitched a shutout within the second half, reeling off 28 factors. Sophomore Owen Miller had one other glorious outing finishing 38-of-44 passes (86%) for 418 yards and in addition had 100 yards speeding. Heath Griffin added 149 all-purpose yards and 5 touchdowns, whereas Landon Koch hauled in 11 passes for 156 yards by the air. The Wildcats face Riverview on October 21 after a bye this week.

24. Nettleton (5-1)

Excluding a walk-off loss to Batesville, the Raiders have been flawless no less than when it comes to last outcomes and simply dealt with a struggling Paragould squad 35-0 final Friday. A street journey to Southside Batesville is on the schedule this week as they’re preventing to remain within the 5A-East race.

25. Valley View (5-1)

After an exciting time beyond regulation victory towards Wynne, the Blazers declare the ultimate spot within the Energy 25. They fell to Harding Academy in Week 0 however have since received 5 video games in a row and have created much more insanity within the quest for the 5A-East prime spot.