The top spot in local high school volleyball is up for grabs this year.

Several of the best teams in the Sarasota-Manatee area can make a case for being the best, and there is a good chance several teams shuffle up and down this list all season.

Venice, Riverview, Bradenton Christian, Southeast, and Saint Stephen’s Episcopal have each opened the season without a loss.

Lakewood Ranch is also out to a strong start, and although Cardinal Mooney lost its first match, the Cougars returned some top talent from last year’s team that made it to a regional final.

Here are the Herald-Tribune Week 1 rankings for games through Monday, Aug. 25. Watch Florida HS volleyball games on NFHS Network

1. Venice (2-0)

Last week: Defeated Sarasota 3-0 and Braden River 3-0

Analysis: The Indians have won

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