Playoff Action Across Divisions
The Calhoun Christian/St. Philip co‑op team posted an 8‑0 victory over Maple Valley in the opening round of Division 4 district play. Mylee Grimm was the standout, netting seven goals, while Leah Downey contributed a single strike. The win propels the squad into a home match against Jonesville scheduled for May 26.
In Division 1, Lakeview received a bye and will meet Mattawan on May 26 at Portage Northern. Mattawan secured its spot with a 5‑0 triumph over Kalamazoo Central on May 19, setting the stage for a potential clash with the unbeaten Lakeview.
Parma Western continued its winning streak, defeating Harper Creek 5‑0 to finish the Beavers’ season at 11‑4‑3. The team is slated to face Mason on May 26, while Marshall, which earned a first‑round bye, is set to square off against Chelsea on the same night at Mason.
Chelsea advanced after a 2‑0 win over Jackson Northwest, and will now meet Marshall in the upcoming fixture. Meanwhile, No. 2‑ranked Gull Lake earned a bye and is scheduled to host Plainwell on May 27, with Plainwell having progressed via a 2‑0 victory over Thornapple Kellogg.
Division 3 play opens on May 22 when Pennfield takes on state‑ranked Grand Rapids West Michigan Aviation Academy, adding another layer of excitement to the regional tournament.