THE TOP 10

1. FOUNTAIN VALLEY

Atlanta Braves’ next starting rotation in the making: Six pitchers throw 85 mph.

2. MATER DEI

Meet the new coach. Same as the old coach? Won’t matter. Monarchs strong either way.

3. EL DORADO

Golden Hawks still soaring after Southern Section title.

4. ESPERANZA

Aztecs back in the hunt for glory a year after early playoff exit.

5. VILLA PARK

Pitchers Brandon Averill and Jeff Tuttle lead strong-armed Spartans.

6. SANTA MARGARITA

Youth movement puts upstart Eagles in top 10 after mediocre 1999.

7. LOS ALAMITOS

Sunset League MVP Nick Fitzgerald leads potent offense.

8. LOARA

Speedy Saxons will try to steal Empire League title.

9. CYPRESS

Pitcher Travis Ingle is armed, outfielder Zack Swanson is dangerous.

10. CAPISTRANO VALLEY

Cougars’ roar expected to be louder with six returning starters.