A look at Friday’s state semifinal games, along with our picks for who will prevail and advance to the state finals.

Gophers commit Roman Voss is the top recruit in the state and has led Jackson County Central to a dominant season that shows no signs of slowing down.

Our pick: Jackson County Central 28, Eden Valley-Watkins 21

Grand Rapids quarter final win over Benilde-St. Margaret’s featured 47 runs and one pass. Could a similar recipe be on top Friday?

Our pick: Grand Rapids 20, Kasson-Mantorville 13

Two dominant defenses that haven’t allowed 20-plus points in a single game all season. Which offense can muster those one or two big plays that figure to win this bout?

Our pick: St. Thomas Academy 17, Spring Lake Park 14

Jack Carlson is a 1,000 yard rusher this year for Goodhue. He’l

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