WEEK ONE: MIHSSCA Releases Week One Girls Soccer Rankings Across All Divisions
- Jonathan Turner
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As the 2026 MHSAA girls soccer season gets underway, National Soccer Network (NSN) is proud to bring you weekly coverage of the top teams, rankings, and storylines from across the state.
Each week, we will break down the MIHSSCA rankings, highlight standout performances, and track the movement of teams across all four divisions. From early-season matchups to playoff pushes, NSN will be your go-to source for consistent, in-depth girls soccer coverage all season long.
The Michigan High School Soccer Coaches Association (MIHSSCA) has now released its Week One Girls Soccer Rankings, giving an early look at the top teams across the state.
Division 1 Highlights
Saline opens the season as the No. 1 team in Division 1 after a strong 1-0 start, followed closely by Byron Center and Troy. Hartland (2-0-0) and Rockford (2-1-0) are among the early teams gaining momentum with multiple matches already under their belt.
Ann Arbor Pioneer, Rochester Adams, and Plymouth Salem also make early statements with undefeated starts, while traditional programs like Portage Central and Grand Blanc remain in the mix as they begin their seasons.
Division 2 Highlights
Hudsonville Unity Christian claims the top spot in Division 2, continuing its reputation as a powerhouse program. Richland Gull Lake and Bloomfield Hills Marian round out the top three, each opening with wins.
Zeeland East (2-0-0) stands out as one of the most active and successful teams early on, while Forest Hills Central and Plainwell have already faced competitive tests with multiple matches played.
Division 3 Highlights
Grand Rapids Catholic Central leads Division 3 after a strong opening performance, with Goodrich and Detroit Country Day close behind despite not yet playing a match.
Flint Powers Catholic and Grosse Ile each picked up early wins, while Pontiac Notre Dame Prep has already been tested with a 1-1-0 start. Several teams in this division are still looking to establish themselves as the season gets underway.
Division 4 Highlights
Kalamazoo Christian begins the season ranked No. 1 in Division 4, despite not yet playing, with Muskegon West Michigan Christian, Royal Oak Shrine Catholic, and North Muskegon all earning early wins to stay close behind.
Clarkston Everest Collegiate and Kalamazoo Hackett Catholic Prep are among the teams making early moves with victories, while much of the division remains tightly packed as schedules ramp up.
Early Season Takeaways
With many teams only one or two games into the season, the Week One rankings reflect a mix of preseason expectations and early results. Programs with strong traditions dominate the top spots, but several teams are already making cases to climb the rankings.
As more matches are played in the coming weeks, expect significant movement across all four divisions as contenders separate themselves.
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