Bobby Narang’s girls soccer rankings and player of the week for Lake County

With records through Monday and previous rankings in parentheses.

1. Carmel 4-0 (3)

Emily Fix and Anna Hartman are one of the top duos in the state through the first three weeks.

2. Deerfield 4-1-1 (1)

Emilie Pietig rises to the occasion in her varsity debut with four saves in a 1-1 draw against Fenwick on Sunday.

3. Libertyville 2-0 (4)

Pru Babat and Jenna Krakowski have become strong leaders for a team with several news faces.

4. Lake Zurich 3-1 (NR)

Maggie Miller has anchored the Bears’ defense in the first three weeks.

5. Warren 1-2-1 (5)

Early standouts include defender Paige Hogberg and forward Addison Stanciak.

6. Stevenson 2-2 (2)

Ellie Egeland and Madi Kennedy each scored a goal in the Patriots’ 2-1 comeback win against Nazareth on Monday.

7. Mundelein 3-2 (NR)

A quality road victory against Deerfield on Monday boosts the Mustangs, who had more than a week off after a loss to Glenbrook North.

8. Lake Forest 2-1 (NR)

Riley Hoskins is providing a physical presence and solid leadership in the Scouts’ back line.

9. Grayslake North 3-1 (NR)

Balance has been the key for the Rams. Eight players have scored at least one goal, and six players have an assist.

10. Vernon Hills 1-1-1 (6)

Goalkeeper Carly Sides is providing an early season spark with double-digit saves in the Cougars’ first three games.

Lake Zurich junior forward Lauren Bailey has five goals and four assists in four games.

Bobby Narang is a freelance reporter for the News-Sun.