Quick Hits: Winter Haven is the two-time defending state champion and is ranked No. 1 in the state in 8A and All-Classification polls. The Blue Devils are 24-1 — losing only to No. 2 Montverde in overtime — and have posted wins against perennial powers Miami Country Day, University Christian, Baltimore St. Frances Academy, Tallahassee Rickards, St. Petersburg Lakewood.

The Blue Devils are led by senior guard and 2015-16 Ledger Player of the Year Diamond Battles with 13.5 points, junior guard Zakiyah Franklin with 14.6, senior post Tyia Singleton with 12.9 rebounds and Melijah Sullivan with 14.3 points. Despite all the offensive talent, Winter Haven is a defensive juggernaut that averages 14.5 steals and will face Lakeland in the district semifinal.

Second-seed Kathleen faces district host Bartow in the second semifinal, the winner will advance to the district championship game, regional and get a third shot at beating Winter Haven.