GRAND BLANC, MI — The postseason road has led to the ultimate stage. Today, the Chelsea Varsity Girls Water Polo team dives into the State Tournament. Entering the weekend as the #4 seed out of the East, the Bulldogs draw a massive opening-round test as they take on the West region's top-seeded powerhouse, the Rockford Rams. Chelsea enters the weekend hungry to play the role of bracket-buster. Facing a #1 seed right out of the gate is a daunting task, but this resilient Bulldog squad has proven all season that they can swim with the best of them. Success today will rely on physical defense, quick transitions, and taking advantage of every power-play opportunity. The action kicks off today at 1:30 PM. Win or lose, Chelsea will play multiple games across the weekend in this intensive, double-elimination style tournament bracket. --- 📅 2026 State Tournament Schedule Breakdown Here is the complete look at how the weekend tournament shakes out. Every team is guaranteed a multi-game run as they battle for the ultimate crown. Friday, May 29th (Quarterfinals & Semifinals) | Time | Matchup / Round | | 11:00 AM | Game 1: Birmingham Seaholm (East #1) vs. Jenison (West #4) | | 12:15 PM | Game 2: Grandville (West #2) vs. Ann Arbor Pioneer (East #3) | | 1:30 PM | Game 3: Rockford (West #1) vs. Chelsea (East #4) 🐾 | | 2:45 PM | Game 4: Grand Blanc (East #2) vs. Hudsonville (West #3) | | 4:00 PM | Consolation Semifinal #1 (Game 1 vs. Game 2 Losers) | | 5:15 PM | Championship Semifinal #1 (Game 1 vs. Game 2 Winners) | | 6:30 PM | Consolation Semifinal #2 (Game 3 vs. Game 4 Losers) | | 7:45 PM | Championship Semifinal #2 (Game 3 vs. Game 4 Winners) | Saturday, May 30th (Placements & Finals) | Time | Placement Match | | 10:00 AM | 7th Place Game | | 11:15 AM | 5th Place Game | | 12:30 PM | 3rd Place Game | | 1:45 PM | State Championship Game 🏆 | --- Good luck to our Lady Bulldogs! You've earned your spot among the best in the state—now go make some waves! 🔵🟡