Coaches' predicted order of finish

1. Foothill
Comment: The Knights have Christina Marinacci, arguably the top player in the county, and a strong supporting cast ready to make another run at the league title and a deep run in the Division I-A playoffs.

2. Huntington Beach
Comment: Noelani Viloria will have to carry the load while Jasmine Erving recovers from a stress fracture, but the duo should help the Oilers contend for the league title.

3. Woodbridge
Comment: The Warriors split with Huntington Beach and Foothill last season, so expect them to be in the thick of the league-title hunt once again.

4. Northwood
Comment: The Timberwolves gave the top three teams fits last year and should be competitive once agains with the Bosshart twins, Sarah and Kelly, returning.

5. El Toro
Comment: The Chargers swept Northwood and Trabuco Hills in league last season.

6. Trabuco Hills
Comment: The Mustangs are much improved and should be competitive after going winless in league last season.

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