THE TIMES’ RANKINGS

A look at the preseason top 10 boys’ volleyball teams in the Southland (with last season’s record):

1. Mira Costa (29-0)

Mustangs are turbo-charged with four Division I college recruits.

2. Loyola (19-2)

Hard-hitting Derek Otte keeps the Cubs in championship contention.

3. Marina (22-4)

Solid team got better when opposite hitter Steve Klosterman transferred from St. John Bosco.

4. Santa Margarita (28-7)

Setter Jack Pichard and opposite hitter Travis Toch return for defending Division III champion.

5. Royal (24-6)

Setter Bart Kowalski and middle blocker Kyle Vondrak return.

6. Santa Ynez (22-2)

Middle blocker Matt McKinney has signed to play basketball at UCLA.

7. Long Beach Jordan (17-1)

Larry Taylor, Jermaine Seiuli lead try for second Division I title in row.

8. Newport Harbor (14-7)

Brian Gaeta returns after missing last season with surgery on both knees.

9. Edison (13-7)

Outside hitter Sean McLaren is one of five returning starters.

10. Woodbridge (8-8)

Warriors have four players 6 feet 5 or taller.