The Hopkins High School varsity football team this week is rated No. 6 in the state in Division 5 by the Associated Press.

Interestingly, Kalamazoo United, which has defeated the Vikings in their last two post-season playoff appearances, is No. 10 in the same poll and Belding, which Hopkins bested 34-28 in a showdown last Friday, is honorable mention.

Grand Rapids Catholic Central, a perennial powerhouse, is ranked No. 3 in Division 5. Grand Rapids South Christian is rated No. 1 in Division 4.

It was somewhat surprising that Martin, undefeated at 3-0 this season and 11-1 last season, was only listed as honorable mention in the eight-man football poll.

The Vikings will be back in action Friday night against Wyoming Godwin Heights.