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Catholic Memorial Dominates Boys' Hockey Poll
3 Jan
Summary
- Catholic Memorial leads the Globe's Top 20 boys' hockey poll.
- Xaverian climbed to third after winning a holiday classic.
- Several teams maintain undefeated records early in the season.
As of January 1, 2026, Catholic Memorial stands firm at the top of the Globe's Top 20 boys' hockey poll. Their leading position is solidified by a recent victory in the Bill Hanson Tournament, followed by a come-from-behind win against Arlington.
Xaverian has surged to No. 3 in the rankings. This climb is attributed to their triumph in the Arrow Sports Holiday Classic, which featured a dramatic 6-5 overtime victory against Hingham. Reading also ascended to No. 8 after a tie with St. John's Prep, while Arlington Catholic moved up to No. 14, extending a four-game winning streak.
Several teams are making their debut in the poll, including Waltham and Hanover, both maintaining undefeated records. These early-season performances indicate a competitive landscape with numerous teams vying for top positions in the latest rankings.
