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Orange Today
By the People, for the People
Newport Harbor Remains Top-Ranked in Final OC Girls Water Polo Top 10
Sailors, Monarchs, and Lancers lead the way as playoffs continue
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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The final Orange County girls water polo Top 10 rankings have been released, with Newport Harbor remaining at No. 1 after a 10-game winning streak. Mater Dei and Orange Lutheran round out the top 3, while other top teams like Foothill, JSerra, and San Clemente are also featured in the rankings as the CIF-SS Open Division and Division 1 playoffs continue.
Why it matters
The final Top 10 rankings provide a snapshot of the top teams in Orange County heading into the crucial playoff stretch. These rankings help highlight the powerhouse programs and players to watch as teams vie for CIF-SS championships.
The details
Newport Harbor, led by their 10-game winning streak, remain the top-ranked team and can advance to the Open Division semifinals with a win over Oaks Christian on Wednesday. Mater Dei and Orange Lutheran, ranked 2nd and 3rd respectively, also have opportunities to reach the Open Division semifinals this week. Other top teams like Foothill, JSerra, San Clemente, and Laguna Beach are making their mark in the Division 1 playoffs.
- The rankings are through games played on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
- The CIF-SS Open Division playoffs continue on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.
- The CIF-SS Division 1 quarterfinals take place on Thursday, February 13, 2026.
The players
Newport Harbor
The top-ranked team in Orange County, carrying a 10-game winning streak into the CIF-SS Open Division playoffs.
Mater Dei
The second-ranked team, looking to advance to the CIF-SS Open Division semifinals with a win over Orange Lutheran on Wednesday.
Orange Lutheran
The third-ranked team, heading to the CIF-SS Open Division playoffs after beating Long Beach Wilson 11-8.
What’s next
The CIF-SS Open Division playoffs continue on Wednesday, February 12, 2026, with key matchups between Newport Harbor and Oaks Christian, as well as Mater Dei and Orange Lutheran. The CIF-SS Division 1 quarterfinals will take place on Thursday, February 13, 2026.
The takeaway
The final Orange County girls water polo rankings showcase the depth and talent of the region's top programs as they vie for CIF-SS championships. Newport Harbor, Mater Dei, and Orange Lutheran have emerged as the frontrunners, but teams like Foothill, JSerra, and San Clemente are also poised to make deep playoff runs in the competitive Division 1 bracket.
