The William Jewell Classic tips ahead in Liberty, and undefeated Park Hill, No. 4 in the 810 Varsity Top 25, heads the field.
But the bracket features parity with five teams in the 810 Varsity Top 25. No. 11 Liberty North, No. 13 Raytown, No. 15 Blue Springs South and No. 19 Center.
Best potential semifinal: No. 4 Park Hill vs No. 11 Liberty North, a rematch of the Liberty North Invititaional championship game.
Sleeper: Center. The Yellowjackets ranking is predicated on a blowout win in the season opener over Barstown, but have yet to lose since and can validate their ranking with an opening round win - or more.
Predicted final: Park Hill vs Blue Springs South