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The Lakewood Ranch boys team is ranked first, averaging 4.5 goals per match while allowing only four total goals.

Venice's boys team holds the second spot with a 9-1 record, highlighted by a strong defense and five shutouts.

The high school soccer season is only just a few weeks old, but it's already starting to become clear which teams are the best.

Lakewood Ranch's boys team is undefeated and winning most of its games by decisive margins one year after making it to a regional final. Another emerging contender is Venice, which has already started with a 9-1 record against a respectable schedule.

Though these teams have already separated themselves, there's still plenty of time for others to catch up.

Here are the Herald-Tribune boys soccer power rankings:

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