The mixed semifinals were games to go to nationals at the Northeast Regional. It was no surprise seeing Boston Sprocket, but not many would have picked their opponent to be Boston League of Shadows. League were a frisky team a few years ago, can they steal a bid in 2021?
New York BENT has been left waiting on the wings for a berth at nationals for years, having lost 3 games-to-go in a row in 2019 to miss out. Albany Rebel Rebel beat BENT at sectionals, making this Northeast Regional semifinal game-to-go a spicy rematch.
In a three-bid Northeast Region, Boston DiG and Amherst Sprout get their first shot at making nationals in the 1st place bracket semifinal. These teams know each other well, having played earlier this year in the Boston Invite final, and with former teammates from prior club or college careers. I...
Brooklyn Grand Army has threatened to play spoiler in past years. New York XIST was upset at sectionals, but still remains a favorite to qualify for nationals. At the Northeast Regional, anything can happen!