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NC Times-PREP SOFTBALL: Top 10 teams
1. Carlsbad
Loaded with pitching, hitting, speed and defense.
2. Bonita Vista
Should challenge for the CIF San Diego Section title that eluded the Barons in 2010. Already has a victory over No. 1 Carlsbad.
3. Torrey Pines
No team has more pitching than the Falcons with Nasland, Hynes and Lee.
4. Poway
Graduated a lot, but returns Palomar League pitcher of the year.
5. Santana
The Sultans are considered a frontrunner in Division III.
6. Patrick Henry
Eyeing its first section title since 2005.
7. Grossmont
Won first CIF title since 1989 last year and intends to repeat in Division I.
8. West Hills
Shocked Bonita Vista in Division II finals in 2011.
9. Rancho Bernardo
The Broncos may be young, but they're considered a contender by most coaches.
10. Mira Mesa
The Marauders always contend.
— Terry Monahan