State Tournament 2026 Top Teams-Division 1/Region 1

Brunswick (19-3)- The Blue Devils earned the top seed in the Northeast District, but will have to make a run without star Trey Drexler who is out with an injury for the postseason. If Sean Barnett, Adin Evert, and Drew Matus can fill the voids, Brunswick should still be able to make some noise to the District Final.

Canton McKinley (18-4)- The Bulldogs have been impressive this year and have plenty of firepower led by Jamar Keyes Jr and Anthony Chavers. McKinley has a test in the 1st round with Massillon Jackson. The Bulldogs have won twice already and if they can do it a 3rd time, have a good chance of winning their District and returning to Regionals.

Cleveland St. Ignatius (15-7)- Iggy has performed well considering their tough schedule and first season with a new coach at the helm. RJ Jones and Alex Mack have been the leaders of this Wildcats team that rides a 4-game winning streak entering the tournament. It’s hard to not see the Wildcats in the Regionals and this years’ team has shown they have potential to keep that tradition going.

Lakewood St. Edward (18-4)- A staple in Northeast Ohio, Ed’s was one of the top teams in the District this year. Beating the likes of St. Ignatius, Akron SVSM and Lutheran East shows just how good this team has played. The one question mark? The Eagles currently have lost two straight games entering the tournament. If Ed’s can get back to their winning ways, they’ve got a real chance to make a run through the Regionals.