Iowa Preps dives into the 8-Man semifinals and breaks down the games, players to watch, predicts the winners, and more!
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Harris-Lake Park vs. Fremont-Mills
Interesting Subplot: Two of the most consistent teams at the 8-Man level matchup with a chance to play for a championship.
On Harris-Lake Park: This group may not be the prettiest around but their ability to make plays has been on full display this fall as they sit at 11-0 overall. Their offensive is extremely balanced and it will show on the turf at the Dome.
Harris-Lake Park Game Changer: Bryce Perkins
On Fremont-Mills: With zero close games all season, does Fremont-Mills have the ability to win if it is close late? This group has been on fire all season long but must show that they are able to come together even when things get difficult.
Fremont-Mills Game Changer: Sam Phillips
Difference in the Game: The overall explosiveness of Fremont-Mills on both sides of the ball.
Prediction: Fremont-Mills 41, Harris-Lake Park 35
Percentage Confidence in Prediction: 60%
Why this would not happen: If Harris-Lake Park can continue proving the predictions wrong and make plays when it matters most late.
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Don Bosco vs. Midland
Interesting Subplot: If Midland can avenge a 52-14 loss to Don Bosco that happened on August 26th.
On Don Bosco: Learning from a loss is never easy but exactly what Don Bosco did. They were able to take down Central Elkader when it mattered most in the playoffs as their offense has been clicking at the perfect time this fall.
Don Bosco Game Changer: Brandon Bagby
On Midland: The pass game of Midland has been critical to their winning ways and a push to the Dome. Quarterback Alex Martens will now be in-doors and get an opportunity to showcase what this offense can do in front of a state-wide audience.
Midland Game Changer: Alex Martens
Difference in the Game: A more consistent defense at Don Bosco along with experience at the UNI-Dome for this squad.
Prediction: Don Bosco 45, Midland 30
Percentage Confidence in Prediction: 75%
Why this would not happen: The Midland passing game can light up Don Bosco's secondary.
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Harris-Lake Park vs. Fremont-Mills
Interesting Subplot: Two of the most consistent teams at the 8-Man level matchup with a chance to play for a championship.
On Harris-Lake Park: This group may not be the prettiest around but their ability to make plays has been on full display this fall as they sit at 11-0 overall. Their offensive is extremely balanced and it will show on the turf at the Dome.
Harris-Lake Park Game Changer: Bryce Perkins
On Fremont-Mills: With zero close games all season, does Fremont-Mills have the ability to win if it is close late? This group has been on fire all season long but must show that they are able to come together even when things get difficult.
Fremont-Mills Game Changer: Sam Phillips
Difference in the Game: The overall explosiveness of Fremont-Mills on both sides of the ball.
Prediction: Fremont-Mills 41, Harris-Lake Park 35
Percentage Confidence in Prediction: 60%
Why this would not happen: If Harris-Lake Park can continue proving the predictions wrong and make plays when it matters most late.
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Don Bosco vs. Midland
Interesting Subplot: If Midland can avenge a 52-14 loss to Don Bosco that happened on August 26th.
On Don Bosco: Learning from a loss is never easy but exactly what Don Bosco did. They were able to take down Central Elkader when it mattered most in the playoffs as their offense has been clicking at the perfect time this fall.
Don Bosco Game Changer: Brandon Bagby
On Midland: The pass game of Midland has been critical to their winning ways and a push to the Dome. Quarterback Alex Martens will now be in-doors and get an opportunity to showcase what this offense can do in front of a state-wide audience.
Midland Game Changer: Alex Martens
Difference in the Game: A more consistent defense at Don Bosco along with experience at the UNI-Dome for this squad.
Prediction: Don Bosco 45, Midland 30
Percentage Confidence in Prediction: 75%
Why this would not happen: The Midland passing game can light up Don Bosco's secondary.
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