The Los Angeles Times has released its final top 25 high school baseball rankings for the Southland in 2026, capping a season that saw dramatic upsets, record‑breaking performances and a surge of talent heading toward the next level.
St. John Bosco Crowns Division 1 Champions
St. John Bosco finished the year as the No. 1 team in the final poll, posting a 27‑6 record and securing the Division 1 championship with a 2‑0 victory over Norco in the title game.
Norco, despite a stellar 28‑5 campaign, settled for second place, underscoring the narrow margins that defined the upper echelon of the Southland.
Rising Powerhouses Across the Rankings
Harvard‑Westlake climbed to third with a 26‑6 slate, reaching the Division 1 semifinals, while Sherman Oaks Notre Dame followed at fourth with a 23‑9 record and a semifinal berth of its own.
Corona, Huntington Beach, La Mirada and Orange Lutheran rounded out the top eight, each posting strong records and deep playoff runs that highlighted the depth of competition in the region.
Huntington Beach, the Division I regional champion, finished 25‑8‑1, a testament to its consistency, while La Mirada and Orange Lutheran each advanced to the quarterfinals, rounding out a season rich with storylines.
The final rankings not only celebrate on‑field success but also reflect the growing pipeline of college prospects, with several standout players already drawing attention from top programs nationwide.
As the 2026 season closes, coaches and athletes alike will look ahead, knowing that the rankings set the stage for next year’s expectations and recruiting narratives.