Shakopee, Centennial, Chanhassen and Elk River all suffered their first losses of the season. Maple Grove and Minnetonka improved to 4-0.

A forward who’s scored every time she’s played leads one list, and a team well on its way back to state is atop the other.

In the only change at the top, Elk River took over at No. 1 in Class 5A.

There was a winning streak on the line: Duluth East last beat Grand Rapids in 2018.

The top teams remain unchanged. Esko continues its rise in Class 1A, and Woodbury, Chanhassen, South St. Paul and St. Croix Prep receive fresh notice.

Wayzata and Providence Academy remain at No. 1 in Class 3A and 1A, and Hill-Murray reaches the top of Class 2A after moving up each week this season.

Benilde-St. Margaret’s moved into Class 2A’s premier position; Wayzata (3A) and Providence Academy (1A) remained at No. 1 in the coaches poll released Aug. 31.

The list of 22 players includes Gophers commits, defending state champions and multisport standouts.

From Strib Players of the Year in their respective sports to All-Minnesota team selections, this group of athletes will begin the upcoming school year as experienced stars.

By 2026, at least 28 Minnesotans will suit up for Rockhurst, a small private Jesuit university in Missouri.