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My quarterfinal predictions:

Johnson Central should take a comfortable lead early on. The final score may be a bit closer if Tommy empties the bench and Prestonsburg maybe makes a run in garbage time. I think Johnson Central wins by 18-25.

Phelps lost to Shelby Valley by 9 earlier this year. I dont know the details about that game. Shelby Valley is a heavy favorite but Phelps could possibly hang around for a little while. In the end though I look for Shelby Valley to win by 20-25.

After losing the District Championship game as well as losing to Floyd Central a few weeks ago, I think the Tigers come out fired up and ready to compete. Floyd Central seems to have gelled under Hager the last few weeks but I think Paintsville wins by 15 or 20.

I look for Pikeville to possibly have a running clock on Pike Central or come very close to it.

I usually love upsets in basketball tournaments but this year I am hoping for none. If the favorites advance to Friday it has the potential to be a great 3 games over two nights.