Here are the teams that will be playing for a chance at a first time program appearance at state, along with when their previous best finishes. In case you're rooting for new faces.
1A
Mt. Sterling. Semis 2010 and 2011
2A
Arthur. Semis 2004
4A
Breese. First ever semis appearance
5A
Belvidere North. First ever semis appearance
Oak Forest. Semis 2006 and 2007
8A
Fremd. First ever semis appearance
1A
Mt. Sterling. Semis 2010 and 2011
2A
Arthur. Semis 2004
4A
Breese. First ever semis appearance
5A
Belvidere North. First ever semis appearance
Oak Forest. Semis 2006 and 2007
8A
Fremd. First ever semis appearance