METRO TOP 10 TEAMS

1. Hopkins

Seven players return from Class 4A championship team.

2. Eden Prairie

Runner-up to the Royals can still bring it with authority.

3. Osseo

Has star power and a defense-first mentality.

4. Bloomington Kennedy

Young squad must find a way to rebound from early-season loss.

5. White Bear Lake

Athletic and defense-

oriented group that will test opponents' patience.

6. DeLaSalle (3A)

Great chemistry and experience flow from the defending Class 3A champs.

7. Wayzata

Hot shooting from veterans spurred a season-opening victory over Kennedy.

8. Benilde-St. Margaret's (3A)

A young but skilled point guard and balanced attack lead the way.

9. Bloomington Jefferson

Deep team with 13 letter winners back from last year's 20-victory team.

10. Providence Academy (2A)

Small school with a big mission to score early in games.

BRIAN STENSAAS