So I'm trying to figure out the new playoff format. Upon reviewing the CIF website, there is apparently 51 section champion qualifiers statewide. Then when looking at the regional setup for playoffs, there's 2 teams picked outright to skip regionals and advance directly to State Open Division Championship Bowl Game. Then there's 12 more divisions for regional games (4 teams per division), equaling 48 teams. So how can there be 51 section champion qualifiers, and games for only 50 teams? Does this mean 1 section champion is being left out?
Also, can anyone tell me what playoff sections are assigned to what state regional sections?
Also, can anyone tell me what playoff sections are assigned to what state regional sections?