The Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference playoffs are fast approaching and the race is wide open with a deep and talented field. Last year, Gilman became the clear favorite as it took an undefeated record into the playoffs -- reaching the title game before being upset by defending champ Loyola. This year? Who knows. No. 1 Calvert Hall appeared to be grabbing hold of the 'team to beat' tag -- taking an 8-0 league mark and a 10-7 lead into the late stages of Tuesday's showdown against visiting Gilman. But the No. 3 Greyhounds scored seven of the next eight goal en route to a 14-12 win that knocked the Cardinals off their perch. Calvert Hall (12-2 overall) and Gilman (12-1) are both 8-1 in the conference with St. Mary's (12-1) in the running for first place with a 7-1 mark in league play. Boys' Latin (13-3, 6-3) are plain and simple dangerous -- proof coming with its upset win over previously undefeated Gilman a couple weeks back. Loyola (9-6, 5-4) warrants automatic respect as two-time defending champs. On Thursday, Calvert Hall travels to St. Mary's for a 4 p.m. start.