Central Coast Football Power Rankings: Paso Robles claims top spot

Paso Robles becomes the third team to top The Tribune’s Power Ranking list this season. Lompoc has continued to dominate with a marquee win over Arroyo Grande to open the season, but Paso Robles gets the edge this week based on its four straight wins over quality teams. The Bearcats will be tested again this week against Clovis North, so their reign might not be long. But right now Paso Robles deserves it. Also, Santa Maria is a newcomer to the list after a win over Righetti last week.

1. Paso Robles (4-0, 0-0 PAC 5) Last week: No. 2

2. Lompoc (4-0, 0-0 LPL) Last week: No. 1

3. Arroyo Grande (3-1, 0-0 PAC 5) Last week: No. 3

4. Atascadero (1-3, 0-0 PAC 5) Last week: No. 4

5. St. Joseph (2-2, 0-0 Los Padres) Last week: No. 5

6. Santa Ynez (3-0, 0-0 Los Padres) Last week: No. 8

7. Morro Bay (4-0, 0-0 Northern) Last week: No. 7

8. Pioneer Valley (2-1, 0-0 Los Padres) Last week: No. 6

9. Santa Maria (3-1, 0-0 Northern) Last week: Unranked

10. Nipomo (1-3, 0-0 Northern) Last week: No. 9

This story was originally published September 22, 2016 at 8:30 PM with the headline "Central Coast Football Power Rankings: Paso Robles claims top spot."