MCLA

URI gained five more first-place votes to separate itself from No. 2 St. Thomas.

Rhode Island has made its way to the top with 20 of 27 first-place votes.

The Yellow Jackets beat former No. 1 Virginia Tech, leaving little doubt for the pollsters.

Montana knocked off former No. 1 St. Thomas over the weekend.

The Hokies keep rolling, but a showdown with No. 2 Georgia Tech awaits.

Virginia Tech is 5-0 and outscoring opponents by nearly 13 goals per game.

The Tommies have played one game, a win over Division I Minnesota.

South Carolina was the clear No. 1, while St. Thomas narrowly edged URI.