Bay Area high school water polo rankings wrap up 2024 with Sacred Heart Prep leading both the boys’ and girls’ divisions. The boys’ team clinched the CIF NorCal Division I title with a 9-7 victory over De La Salle, marking their fourth straight championship. Meanwhile, the girls’ team secured the CIF NorCal Division I crown with an 11-4 win over Carondelet. Despite these results, teams like De La Salle and Carondelet showcased strong performances, setting the stage for an exciting next season.
By the Numbers
- Sacred Heart Prep’s boys’ team finished the season with a 19-10 record.
- Sacred Heart Prep’s girls’ team concluded an impressive season with a 27-2 record.
State of Play
- Sacred Heart Prep’s boys’ team has now won the CIF NorCal Division I title for four consecutive years.
- Carondelet’s girls’ team, after capturing the NCS Open Division title, fell to Sacred Heart Prep in the NorCal finals.
What’s Next
Boys’ teams like Miramonte and De La Salle are preparing for next season with talented returning players eager to challenge Sacred Heart Prep’s dominance. In the girls’ division, Carondelet and other strong teams aim to build on their success and dethrone Sacred Heart Prep.
Bottom Line
Sacred Heart Prep remains the dominant force in Bay Area water polo for both boys and girls. However, the 2025 season promises fierce competition, with determined challengers like De La Salle and Carondelet eyeing potential upsets.