For the eighth straight week — heading into the final game of the regular season — New Rockford-Sheyenne/Maddock is ranked No. 1 in nine-man football.

It received 74 points and 12 out of 17 first-place votes in the polls released Wednesday by the NDAPSSA.

The Rockets didn’t play an official game last week, with a forfeit win over North Star. They improved to 8-0, with 20 consecutive wins dating back to last year.

No. 2 LaMoure-Litchville/Marion stayed undefeated last week with a 72-12 win over Richland. The Loboes, who NR-S/M beat in the state championship game last year, have been a force again this season. They’ve outscored opponents 181-12 over their last three games.

The Rockets will complete their regular season against a strong Four Winds team (6-2). It’s a Thursday night footbal

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