Despite MIAA Division 4 becoming smaller, and losing two teams in realignment, the landscape has become more interesting.
With Dover-Sherborn, a perennial final four team, moving up to Division 3, some might think the division took a dip, talent-wise. But the insertion of talented D-3 programs like champion Norwell and Pentucket Regional should put those thoughts to bed.
Last year's D-4 champion, Cohasset, is also part of the mix.
Here is a closer look at five teams to watch in this new-look D-4 this season.