In the 7A finals...

...Lincoln-Way East will fall to Glenbard West in what should be one of the best games of the season. Despite quarterback Blake Winkler and the defensive line of the Griffins, the Hilltoppers' defense, led by Penn State-bound Tommy Schutt (above), will prove the deciding factor.

How will they get there? The Griffins have a tough road ahead of them, with games against such perennial powers as Wheaton Warrenville South, East St. Louis and St. Rita. The Hitters have to get past Lake Zurich or Geneva, Elk Grove, and Crystal Lake South or Addison Trail.

What a great bracket!

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