Three-time defending Division I state champion St. Edward took another step closer to a fourth, beating Mentor 13-7 in the Region 1 Final at Bedford.

The Eagles (9-5) advance to play Olentangy Liberty in a state semifinal next week It was the first loss of the year for the Cardinals, who finish the season at 13-1.

The is the eighth straight year either St. Edward or Mentor captured the Region 1 championship.