Class 4 Preseason Rankings 6-10

Prep Dig Staff

August 16, 2023 @ 12:24 PM

Class 4 was entertaining, with Westminster Christian taking the title over Incarnate Word Academy. These rankings are based on last year's classification and will change once the new multiplier takes effect and MSHSAA releases the teams in each class. The moving and shaking of Class 4 could completely change the Class 4 rankings, but at this point, we will go with what we have. If Class 4 stays as is, we will have a two-horse race to the title, as Incarnate Word is a heavy favorite as long as they get to stay in Class 4. The Lancers from St. Pius X could have much to say about that, as they are also a loaded team. Platte County returns a solid core, and Marshfield returns enough talent to make noise. I'm anxiously awaiting the release of Class 4.   6. Belton Pirates 28-7-1   The Pirates had one of the best seasons in history last year and returned one of the best 2026 hitters in [player_tooltip player_id='222056' first='Bella' last='Scherfenberg']. Classmate [player_tooltip player_id='261314' first='Phoenix' last='Fogel'] returns in the other middle spot to form one of the best middle combos in the 2026 class.   7. Marshfield Bluejays 19-11-3   Marshfield returns 4 of the top 5 hitters from last season, along with the defense and setters. [player_tooltip player_id='150038' first='Mollie' last='Thomas'] will do her double duty on the outside and set, and [player_tooltip player_id='170029' first='Gracie' last='Kimrey'] will control the middle. Keep an eye on the BlueJays because they could make a serious run at the final four.   8. Webb City Cardinals 32-6-2   The Cardinals made a great run last season to finish 4th and should again be in contention to make the playoffs. [player_tooltip player_id='227349' first='Aubree' last='Lassiter'] will be the top returning kill leader, and 6'3" middle [player_tooltip player_id='236997' first='Jaeli' last='Rutledge'] will be a more offensive threat and a monster blocker.   9. Jefferson City Jays 19-11-2   Madilynn Mithcell and [player_tooltip player_id='150051' first='Hannah' last='Vogt'] return to lead the Jays this year, attacking and running the 6-2 offense. [player_tooltip player_id='150053' first='Ava' last='Reeser'] and [player_tooltip player_id='477959' first='Aydia' last='Mayotte'] have the backcourt locked down. Keep an eye on the Jays, as this could be their season to make a solid push for the final four.   10. Glendale Falcons 16-13-3   With the top five attackers back, Glendale's season looks very promising. Avery Kinney is the top returning setter, and Libby Allen is patrolling the net; the Falcons have a legitimate opportunity to make noise come late October.

Class 4 was entertaining, with Westminster Christian taking the title over Incarnate Word Academy. These rankings are based on last year's classification and will change once the new multiplier takes effect and MSHSAA releases the teams in each class. The moving and shaking of Class 4 could completely change the Class 4 rankings, but at this point, we will go with what we have. If Class 4 stays as is, we will have a two-horse race to the title, as Incarnate Word is a heavy favorite as long as they get to stay in Class 4. The Lancers from St. Pius X could have much to say about that, as they are also a loaded team. Platte County returns a solid core, and Marshfield returns enough talent to make noise. I'm anxiously awaiting the release of Class 4.