It was not a good week to be a heavyweight in Class C with 4 potential contenders falling. Laingsburg has become the hottest team in any class by winning one of the toughest districts and then taking down 2 favorites in the regionals, Grandville Calvin Christian and Muskegon Heights. They now become favored to make it to the Breslin next weekend.
Schoolcraft vs Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central 7:00pm @ Bangor
The Eagles have made a living in the Breslin Center the past few years because of Luke Ryskamp, but this might be Randy Small's least talented team. Luckily the brackets have shaped up nicely for Schoolcraft, and they will be favored to make another semifinal trip. I don't think Monroe has anybody that can slow down Ryskamp, and playing in Bangor should favor Schoolcraft.
Detroit Consortium vs Flint Beecher 7:00pm @ West Bloomfield
This is the easy choice for the must-see matchup. Beecher is the defending champ, and have made it to the final weekend the past 3 seasons. However, Consortium might be the most talented team in the class for the second straight season. 2 of the state's top seniors will be going against each other, Vincent Hunter and Monte Morris, but a freshman might be the most talented on the floor. Josh Jackson has the makings of being the highest regarded prospect from Michigan in 20 years, and will be looking to jump start his coming out party with a trip to the state's biggest scene. I am really excited to take in this contest, and I have a feeling Consortium will be able to end the Buc's semifinal run.
Laingsburg vs Beaverton 7:00pm @ Delta College
Like mentioned above, Laingsburg has become the hottest team in the entire state with their unlikely quarterfinal run. This Tuesday matchup could be their easiest since the playoffs have begun. I will take Laingsburg to extend their hot streak into a semifinal berth.
Maple City Glen Lake vs Negaunee 7:00pm @ Gaylord
The Miners are looking for another Breslin trip, and Glen Lake will be happy just make the quartefinals. I think Negaunee's experience will lead them to another semifinal appearance.
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