A step away from Selland, here we go:

D-I: I'd hate to play a good team a third time after having beating it twice, but that's the case for Clovis West (vs. Central) and Clovis East (vs. Buchanan). The Golden Eagles and Timberwolves are seeded 1-2, but no great surprise if either or both fall tonight.

D-II: A lot of intrigue at No. 1 Edison against No. 4 Porterville, which has the wonderful record (27-2) and winning streak (school-record 23), but little competition to speak of. But consider: Edison faded in fourth quarter while still winning against Golden West, and Porterville overpowered a respectable Lemoore team. So, who knows?

D-III: This sets up a Hanford-Washington final at Selland, but Washington is being asked tonight to come back to its home court and defeat No. 7 Kerman a second time there in two weeks. That's a bit scary. Hanford needs to beat WYL colleague Redwood a third time, but Bullpups are on their game.

D-IV: No problem. Get your ticket for Memorial-Garces title rematch at Selland.

D-V: No sweat for Bakersfield Christian at home against Central Valley Christian, but the same can't be said for No. 2 Immanuel at home against No. 3 Mission Prep -- the mystery team of all Central Section boys playoffs.