The Star ranks the top high school football teams, from 1 to 23, entering 2023 season
1. PACIFICA: Josh Joyner leads a powerful cast.
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2. ST. BONAVENTURE: Seraphs are at or near the top every season.
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3. OAKS CHRISTIAN: Area’s most talented team? Hard to argue against.
4. NEWBURY PARK: If Brady Smigiel was sensational as freshman, what will Year 2 offer?
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5. RIO MESA: JJ Bittner has evolved into star.
6. THOUSAND OAKS: Still loaded with talent, led by Blake Lauritzen.
7. VENTURA: Cougars look like real threat in Channel League.
8. MOORPARK: Luke Cochran should have big year.
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9. CALABASAS: Any team with Aaron Butler will be handful for opponents.
10. SIMI VALLEY: Young, deep and well-coached.
11. CAMARILLO: Winning culture firmly entrenched.
12. WESTLAKE: Tagg Harrison, Dominic Hunt in spirited duel for QB job.
13. OAK PARK: Jaden Mosley could be top defensive player in county.
14. SANTA PAULA: Are Cardinals the Citrus League favorites?
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15. ROYAL: Coach Michael Puopolo focused on culture.
16. OXNARD: Could be turnaround season for Yellowjackets.
17. FILLMORE: If healthy, Flashes rate much higher.
18. AGOURA: Chargers rely on unique team chemistry.
19. BUENA: Bulldogs must replace slew of graduated stars.
20. GRACE BRETHREN: Welcome back to 11-man game!
21. NORDHOFF: Rangers on the rebound.
22. HUENEME: Vikings rebuilding under new coach.
23. CHANNEL ISLANDS: At long last, Raiders move into equitable league next fall.
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