DIVISION XIII

2001 champion: Arrowhead Christian

League favorites: Capistrano Valley Christian (Academy); Anza Hamilton (Big Sky); North Hollywood Campbell Hall (Delphic); Flintridge Prep (Prep); L.A. Ribet Academy (San Joaquin).

Contenders: Huntington Beach Brethren Christian (Academy); Temecula Linfield (Big Sky); Downey Calvary Chapel, Simi Valley Grace Brethren (Delphic); Pasadena Poly, Rio Hondo Prep (Prep); San Juan Capistrano Saddleback Valley Christian (San Joaquin).

Key dates: Sept. 28, Flintridge Prep vs. Campbell Hall at Birmingham; Oct. 19, Pasadena Poly vs. Rio Hondo Prep at Duarte; Oct. 26, Flintridge Prep vs. Rio Hondo Prep at St. Francis; Nov. 9, Campbell Hall vs. Downey Calvary Chapel at Gahr; Nov. 15, Flintridge Prep at Pasadena Poly.

The scoop: With 2001 champion Arrowhead Christian and runner-up Mammoth moving to higher divisions, things may open up for Campbell Hall, the top-ranked team and the only remaining semifinalist from last year. They are likely to be challenged by several contenders, including Academy League members Capistrano Valley Christian and Brethren Christian. Prep League teams Flintridge Prep, Pasadena Poly and former eight-man powerhouse Rio Hondo Prep may also be in the mix.