2025 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 4A quarterfinal round analysis

There are multiple teams that still remain in the Class 4A draw that we aren’t particularly used to doing postseason work in this classification.

That doesn’t seem to be deterring several of them and that makes for some very strong quarterfinal matchups.

First round predictions: 13-3

Second-round predictions: 8-0

Quarterfinal round matchups

Montini vs. Coal City : Montini, last year’s Class 3A champion, is finding is new classification quite hospitable as the Broncos have breezed to wins in their first two games. Coal City is aiming to make back-to-back semifinal appearances and right now the Coalers seem to have the pieces in place to give Montini a very good challenge.

Pick: Montini

Morris vs. Geneseo: Morris has been playing mostly schools from larger classificat