Inspired by the unlikely return of A.J. Schwartz, Marlboro has been one of the state's most dangerous teams in February and has a third straight Central Group IV semifinal to show for it.
Will Surdez did most of his damage in the second half and Colts Neck overpowered Brick Memorial over the final five minutes Wednesday in a Central Jersey Group III quarterfinal win.
The field of Shore Conference teams in this year's state tournament tilts heavily toward the Non-Public B section, where Ranney and St. Rose could again be on a collision course.
After winning only six games a year ago, Matawan and its sophomore-heavy lineup are moving on in the NJSIAA Tournament with a Wednesday win over Carteret.