By Cris Greer
WKTV Managing Editor
South Christian finds itself in a Division 4 semifinal game against familiar foe Edwardsburg this weekend for a chance to play in the state championship at Ford Field.
Last year, the Eddies (11-1) beat South Christian 28-14 in a regional final. This will be three times in three years the Sailors play Edwardsburg in the playoffs, and they’re hoping the third time’s the charm.
South Christian advanced to the state semifinals for the first time since 2014, the last time the Sailors won a state title.
Right after South Christian (12-0) knocked off Whitehall 28-21 to grab a regional championship last Friday, Coach Danny Brown said Edwardsburg is “obviously good and plays hard.”
“It will be a fun game and I’m sure the kids will be jacked up for it.”
Division 4 Semifinals
1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19 at Battle Creek Harper Creek
Edwardsburg (11-1) vs. South Christian (12-0)
The third time was definitely the charm last Friday as the Sailors advanced out of the regionals after three straight years trying.
Quarterback Jake DeHaan finished the game with four total TDs (three passing) and had 148 yards through the air and 88 on the ground.
Carson Vis led with three receptions for 46 yards, while Nate Brinks had four receptions for 18 yards and two touchdowns. Seth Ritsema added a receiving TD.
DeHaan and Austin Tiesma led with seven tackles apiece.
