The Southland's top 25 high school basketball rankings, as revealed by The Times after Week 11, showcase a competitive landscape. SIERRA CANYON leads with a flawless 21-1 record, hosting Loyola on Monday. REDONDO UNION, ranked second, faces a challenge at Mira Costa on Tuesday. SANTA MARGARITA, the No. 2 seed in the Trinity League tournament, is a force to be reckoned with. SHERMAN OAKS NOTRE DAME, hosting Crespi in a Mission League semifinal, seeks to defend its title. ST. JOHN BOSCO, the top seed in the Trinity League, aims for an undefeated season. HARVARD-WESTLAKE, despite recent setbacks, remains a contender. LA MIRADA, with a 14-game win streak, is a dark horse in the playoffs. DAMIEN, hosting Etiwanda for the Baseline League title, seeks to retain its championship. CORONA DEL MAR, with a single loss, is a top contender. CORONA CENTENNIAL, in the Big VIII League championship, is a team to watch. ETIWANDA, in a rematch with Damien, seeks revenge. CRESPI, with wins over Loyola and Harvard-Westlake, secures a playoff spot. VILLAGE CHRISTIAN, needing a win over Maranatha, aims for the Olympic League title. INGLEWOOD, led by Jason Crowe Jr.'s impressive scoring, is a force in the league. CREAN LUTHERAN, the Crestview League champion, is a consistent performer. JSERRA, with a notable win over Mater Dei, is a rising star. LOS ALAMITOS, with Tyler Lopez's outstanding season, is a team to follow. BRENTWOOD, with dominant wins, is a top-tier squad. LOYOLA, securing a playoff spot with a win over St. Francis, is a resilient team. ST. FRANCIS, despite two losses to Loyola, remains in the playoff race. ORANGE LUTHERAN, with a win over St. John Bosco, changes its fortunes. ELSINORE, aiming for an undefeated regular season, is a powerhouse. ROLLING HILLS PREP, set for Division 1 playoffs, is a contender. MIRA COSTA, facing Redondo Union, seeks to make a statement. SAN GABRIEL ACADEMY, in a crucial match against Pacifica Christian, aims to climb the rankings. These rankings provide an insight into the Southland's basketball scene, with teams vying for playoff spots and league championships.
