The Dutchmen, who last played in the tournament in 1974, defeated Redwood Valley 81-66.
Melrose guard Dillon Haider (11) celebrates after making a 3-point shot against Redwood Valley in the first half of the teams' Class 2A quarterfinal game at Target Center. Photo: Aaron Lavinsky | aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com
All of the champions benefited from players who transferred. Also, Minnetonka's Bryce Tesdahl endured disappointment as a player and sold his team on avoiding it.