What did we learn in Week 2? Never bet against Parkland after a loss.

A week after losing at Phillipsburg, the Trojans answered with a statement, 41-21 win over Freedom.

The Pates now have to respond against a team that has had their way with EPC foes so far this season with P’Burg this week. The Stateliners are looking for three-straight wins over their PA friends to start the season, which would be embarrassing for the EPC.

Outside of that, Bethlehem Catholic moves up the poll after another strong win, as the Axel Burkart-Carter Vassa combo at quarterback and wide receiver is the best in the area.

Poll remains status quo through the middle with the emergence of a new team that looks like they can make some noise this season.

1. Parkland (1-1)

Last week’s rank: #2

Trojans are back on top after a dominating performance.

The Pick: Parkland 28 - Easton 7

2. Bethlehem Catholic (2-0)

Last week’s rank: #3

Hawks look like District 11 4A title favorites.

The Pick: Bethlehem Catholic 45 - Berks Catholic 21

3. Freedom (1-1)

Last week’s rank: #1

Can Freedom stop the Phillipsburg train plowing through the EPC?

The Pick: Phillipsburg 24 - Freedom 21

4. Southern Lehigh (2-0)

Last week’s rank: #4

Spartans get a light week after last week’s battle with Blue Mountain.

The Pick: Solehi 49 - Jim Thorpe 7

5. Northampton (2-0)

Last week’s rank: #5

Kids might not even have to throw the football with their run game.

The Pick: Northampton 42 - Whitehall 14

6. Northwestern (2-0)

Last week’s rank: #6

Tigers get a layup this week before an intriguing matchup with Salisbury the following week.

The Pick: Northwestern 49 - Bangor 7

7. Nazareth (1-1)

Last week’s rank: #7

Blue Eagles bounce back with a win over Whitehall.

The Pick: Nazareth 35- Central Catholic 21

8. Notre Dame Green Pond (2-0)

Last week’s rank: #8

Scoreboard operator will be busy Friday night.

The Pick: Notre Dame 38 - Salisbury 21

9. Easton (1-1)

Last week’s rank: #10

Rovers get a chance to see where they stand in the conference this week.

The Pick: Parkland 28 - Easton 7

10. Blue Mountain (1-1)

Last week’s rank: Not ranked

The Eagles make a rare appearance in the poll, but seem to have a legitimate offense.

The Pick: Blue Mountain 48 - Schuylkill Haven 27

• Teams that dropped: Whitehall

• Teams that entered: Blue Mountain

• Last week’s record: 7-1

• Overall record: 14-4