ALAMOSA – The Mile High Prep Report released its 8-man preseason rankings Friday on the organization’s web site.

Sanford, now with the Mustangs as its mascot, is ranked 10th. It had a record of seven wins and five losses in 2021 and it advanced to the 8-man semifinals.

Other Mountain League teams in the rankings include Dove Creek at No. 4 and Mancos at No. 9.

Defending State champion Haxtun is ranked first, followed by Akron, Holly, Dove Creek, Merino, Simla, McClave, Swink, Mancos, Sanford, Crowley County, Wiley, Fowler, Vail Christian, Hayden and Byers.

Sargent is listed as other teams to watch. Also on the list are Hoehne, Sedgwick County, West Grand, Elbert, Lyons, Caliche, Front Range Christian, Dayspring Christian, Pikes Peak Christian and Calhan.