2026 Top 25 Rankings: Teams 6‑10
The Fresno Bee has released its eagerly anticipated 2026 high school football Top 25 rankings, a snapshot of the teams that are shaping the upcoming season. The list begins with the sixth‑through‑tenth placed squads, each of which brings a distinct narrative of promise, perseverance, and potential.
At sixth place sit the Clovis West Golden Eagles, who finished the previous campaign with an 8‑4 record under head coach Lucas Gingold. The Eagles’ offense revolves around quarterback Jamar Howard, whose development over the past two seasons has turned him into a reliable field general. He will be flanked by receivers AJ Williams, Julyen Scott, and Cadillac Pina, while the defense is anchored by linebacker Kamakana Corpuz.
The team must navigate a few hurdles, however. Scott is required to sit out the first five games due to transfer regulations, and Williams is currently under review, but the Eagles still possess depth at running back/defensive back with Major Lee and at wide receiver/defensive back with Julius Sanders.
Just behind them, the Tulare Union Tribe climbs to seventh with a 9‑3 record and head coach Darren Bennett at the helm. The Tribe returns versatile wide receiver Demaje Riley and the entire offensive line, providing continuity on that side of the ball. Kylan Henderson is expected to take the snap at quarterback, while the defense brings back several secondary players, linemen, and linebackers who gained valuable experience last year.
Sanger Apaches occupy the eighth slot with an 8‑4 record and head coach Matt Logue guiding a squad that features returning quarterback Cenzo Calandra and County/Metro Athletic Conference MVP Kendale McGrew. The Apaches’ defense will rely on linebacker Joaquin Neri and freshman‑turned‑starter Leo Quiroz, who has been a fixture in the lineup since his first year.
The Arroyo Grande Eagles round out the top ten with a 10‑5 record under head coach Stephen Field. The Eagles face a quarterback transition after Caleb Clark’s departure, but they welcome back several successful players from last season. Juniors Perrett Ford and Boness Asher are among the candidates to fill the void, offering a blend of size and agility.
Closing the list at tenth place are the Redwood Rangers, who posted a 9‑2 record and are led by head coach Curtis Allen. Allen expects his offensive and defensive lines to be the team’s foundation, and quarterback Michael Garcia is slated to start. The Rangers also count on line contributors such as Landon Guenter, Ziggie Utumapu, Yain Cervantes, and OT/DE Kane Romero to bolster both sides of the trenches.
Overall, the rankings reflect a blend of seasoned leadership and emerging talent across the Central Valley. As the teams gear up for the upcoming season, the storylines of key players like Jamar Howard, Demaje Riley, and Michael Garcia will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.