By BRIAN STENSAAS, Star Tribune03/24/2012, 1:26am CDT
Both winning small schools relied on their big men as a layup and block by 6-9 Zach Huisken lifted Southwest Minnesota Christian while 6-7 Connor Goodwin sparked Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa.
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.
Reigning champion Wayzata and Minnetonka will battle for the Class 4A championship, and two-time defending champion Totino-Grace faces Mankato East in the 3A title game. The Class 1A semifinals are also set. Tap here for game stories and notes from Thursday's action.