Instead of making a really detailed preview of each class I am
going to highlight my top two choices in each bracket, and highlight their path
to the Breslin Center.
Favorite: Flint Beecher
BucTown is at it again. A year after they had to adjust without Mr. Basketball, Monte Morris, Beecher is undefeated and the overwhelming favorites in Class C. This year they are without a highly recruited player, but they are still winning with aggressive lock down defense and getting out on the fast break after forcing turnovers. Most Class C teams aren’t used to this lateral quickness and relentless effort the Bucs play with on defense.
Where they could stumble:
There will be a very tough Regional Semifinal at Adrian Madison likely between Lumen Christi and Hillsdale that could be a tough out for Beecher in the semifinals, but I am going out on a limb to say that Southfield Christian could put a scare into Beecher in the Regional Finals. I know SC lost its best player, and are adjusting to the increased competition in Class C, but they are honestly the only team in this entire bracket that has the experience against Beecher-level athleticism. Marlo Brown has grown into a very good high school basketball player and could really cause matchup nightmares for Beecher.
Top Challenger: Beaverton
Beaverton is a little unknown right now, but they have a pretty good resume considering their location. The Beavers have 2 20+ point wins against perennial Class D power Sacred Heart Academy and 2 close wins against Clare. Another thing going for Beaverton is that their path is relatively safe until the semifinal round.
Favorite: Flint Beecher
BucTown is at it again. A year after they had to adjust without Mr. Basketball, Monte Morris, Beecher is undefeated and the overwhelming favorites in Class C. This year they are without a highly recruited player, but they are still winning with aggressive lock down defense and getting out on the fast break after forcing turnovers. Most Class C teams aren’t used to this lateral quickness and relentless effort the Bucs play with on defense.
Where they could stumble:
There will be a very tough Regional Semifinal at Adrian Madison likely between Lumen Christi and Hillsdale that could be a tough out for Beecher in the semifinals, but I am going out on a limb to say that Southfield Christian could put a scare into Beecher in the Regional Finals. I know SC lost its best player, and are adjusting to the increased competition in Class C, but they are honestly the only team in this entire bracket that has the experience against Beecher-level athleticism. Marlo Brown has grown into a very good high school basketball player and could really cause matchup nightmares for Beecher.
Top Challenger: Beaverton
Beaverton is a little unknown right now, but they have a pretty good resume considering their location. The Beavers have 2 20+ point wins against perennial Class D power Sacred Heart Academy and 2 close wins against Clare. Another thing going for Beaverton is that their path is relatively safe until the semifinal round.
Where they could stumble:
The toughest test the Beavers will have to go through to play on March 28 will be in the semis. The winner of the Beal City regional (Shelby, Laingsburg, and Heights Academy) will challenge Beaverton in the Breslin Center.
Player to Watch:
Shawn Pardee, Millington, has had to carry the load at times this season when Austin LeVan was out with injury. The 5’11” point guard has been scoring at an elite level this season (27 ppg) and could help Millington scare Beecher in District Finals.
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