The stage is set at Michigan State’s McLane Stadium for the state semifinals across Divisions 1 through 4, bringing together the best of Michigan high school baseball.
In Division 1, the bracket pairs Detroit Catholic Central against Mattawan, while Rochester Adams meets Woodhaven, setting up rematches that promise fireworks.
Catholic Central, chasing its first championship since 1999, leans on standout arms Andrew Mahoney, Dylan Fairchild and Bennett Thompson, each of whom has been instrumental in the team’s deep run.
Mattawan, which came within a strike of the 2023 title game before falling in extra innings to Novi, brings a resilient core that will look to rewrite that narrative.
Rochester Adams has carved a path through dramatic comebacks, including a three‑run rally in the district final that turned a deficit into a victory, showcasing a gritty mindset.
Woodhaven, a program known for consistency, returns to the semifinals after appearances in 2018 and 2023, hoping to translate that tradition into a championship.
Division 2 features Vicksburg versus Grand Rapids Kenowa Hills and a clash between Dearborn Divine Child and Orchard Lake St. Mary’s, the latter arriving with a 22‑game winning streak and a roster headlined by Luke Crighton and Hudson Brzustewicz.
St. Mary’s, regarded as the strongest team regardless of division, will test its mettle against a Vicksburg squad that has fought through a tight super‑regional to stay alive.
In Division 3, Detroit Edison meets Kalamazoo Christian, while Traverse City St. Francis takes on Rochester Hills Lutheran Northwest; the Edison squad survived a last‑out scenario to force a tie and win, underscoring its never‑give‑up attitude.
St. Francis, the defending champion and preseason No. 1, enters the final as the team to beat, boasting a deep lineup and a pitching staff that has been dominant all season.
Division 4 pits Royal Oak Shrine against Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart, and Marcellus against Painesdale Jeffers; Sacred Heart’s potent combination of elite pitchers and a potent offense makes it the favorite, while Jeffers aims to become the first Upper Peninsula team to capture a baseball crown.
The semifinals will not only decide champions but also add new chapters to the state’s baseball lore, as each team carries the weight of history, community pride and the pursuit of legacy.
Key Players to Watch
Among the standouts are Andrew Mahoney, Dylan Fairchild, Bennett Thompson, Luke Crighton, Hudson Brzustewicz, Kaden Jominy, Max Vanantwerp, Nolan Jominy, Jack Reiter, Patrick Dougherty, Matt Toeppner, Andrew Wozniak, Rino Watters, Brady Lindstrom, Flip Watters, Cam Thorning, Lucas Farmer, Kaden Newsted, Mitch Beyer, Maddox Rosalin, Graham Kubiak, Keegan Garvin, Will Fussman, Dallas Terski, Andrew Ryan, Ian Hall, Liam Gibbons, Drew Tribul, Jamir Campbell, JonTae Wright, David Hemphill, DaiJon Brooks, Troy Hammon, Elijah Hines, Crosby Croel, Jake Bonnema, Sam Wildfong, Tyler Thompson, Sean Murphy, Caydin Barbato, Owen Bellows, Brady Davis, Nate Siler, Teegan Duffy, Cale Hackenberg and Cameron Anderson, each of whom has been highlighted for their performance this season.