If it hurt before, it doesn't now.

"They know what's at stake," Leilehua coach Nolan Tokuda said.

"They" are the injured or those just coming back from injuries of the eight teams in the O'ahu Interscholastic Association Red quarterfinals this weekend. Key players who missed games during the regular season are expected to show up now. After all, the losing teams turn in their equipment. The winners play for another week.

The White (Division II) also starts semifinal action this weekend.

TONIGHT'S GAMES

No. 4 Farrington at Mililani, 6:30 p.m.: The Governors (6-2) did well with receiver Maeli Siliga at quarterback and should be even better now that Elijah Filifili has returned from injury. That means Siliga goes back to receiver along with Elijah Lesu, the state's third-leading receiver.

"Having (Siliga) back at receiver helps them as far as having more weapons," Trojans' coach James Millwood said.

The Trojans (6-2) have won four in a row since losing to Wai'anae and Leilehua to start the OIA season. They've had strong performances from running back Jordan Torres' 1,080 rushing yards.

Then there's the field. Although Farrington was seeded higher (East 3) than Mililani (West 4), the Trojans still got awarded home because of TV.

"We can't let that bother us anymore," Farrington coach Randall Okimoto said. "We just have to roll with it."

Millwood said his team does have an advantage. But last year, the Governors beat the host Trojans, 20-19, in the quarterfinals.

'Aiea at No. 7 Wai'anae, 7 p.m.: It is one of those don't-let- the-record-mislead-you game.

Na Ali'i (4-5) is as close to full strength after a rash of injuries to key skill players during most of the regular season.

"They have so much talent, it's hard to key on one person (on its offense)," Wai'anae coach Danny Matsumoto said of 'Aiea.

All-State all-purpose player Lofa Li'ili'i is 'Aiea's most dangerous weapon. He had missed a portion of the season with an injury.

In their 34-21 loss to the Seariders (5-3), Na Ali'i made costly errors that were the difference.

"We have to cut down on our mistakes," 'Aiea coach Wendell Say said. "There were a lot of things that happened that could've changed (the outcome)."

After losing its two nonleague games, Wai'anae reeled off five consecutive wins in league play before Kapolei's stunning 17-13 win in the regular-season finale.

"It showed how we were really not set for the option," said Matsumoto, adding 'Aiea does use some option off the shotgun formation.

Kaimuki at Kaiser (White), 6:30 p.m.: An intriguing match-up being that the Bulldogs (5-3-1) handed the Cougars (6-2-1) their only league loss, 13-12.

Kaiser is led by running back Isaac Saffery (1,277 yards and 17 TDs).

Kaimuki's defense, coming off two shut-out wins, allowed an average of 152.3 yards per game.

TOMORROW'S GAMES

Kapolei at No. 2 Kahuku: The Red Raiders (6-2) aren't quite the clear-cut favorite from last year's OIA and state championship team. Still, it's Kahuku in Red Raider territory.

The Hurricanes (4-5) must forget last year's 47-7 quarterfinals disaster. But they are coming off big wins against Wai'anae and Kailua in last week's opening round.

"They're running on all cylinders," Kahuku coach Reggie Torres said. "They have (Aaron) Santiago back, so they're even tougher now."

Santiago, Kapolei's all-purpose performer, missed the last five games with an ankle injury. He is back, but not necessarily in as many capacities. Kapolei coach Darren Hernandez said he might get a breather on defense (cornerback) since Kahuku primarily runs the ball.

Since its 14-13 loss to McKinley, Kahuku has reeled off three in a row.

"McKinley helped us get better," Torres said.

McKinley vs. No. 9 Leilehua, 7 p.m. at Mililani: After viewing tape of the Tigers' 42-7 loss to Saint Louis in nonleague action, Mules coach Nolan Tokuda discovered the Tigers hung with the Crusaders until the fourth quarter when fatigue set in. Saint Louis' 70-plus roster overwhelmed the Tigers, who will have at least three full-time two-way starters and several others doing the same on a part-time basis.

The Tigers (5-3) are aware the Mules (6-2) rotate a number of defensive players, allowing for fresh legs all game long.

"I think our guys are up for the challenge," Tigers' coach Bobby Grey said.

The Mules have battled-tested quarterback Bryant Moniz (1,332 yards passing and 15 TDs), who guided Leilehua to the state title game against Kamehameha in 2004.

Tigers quarterback Tilton Kaluna returned to practice this week after breaking his left (non-throwing) collarbone nearly a month ago. But with only three days of practice, Grey said he will start Isaac Iuta.

McKinley relies on big running back Keawe Kalama (6-0, 207), a bruising-type runner.

"He looks like a D-lineman carrying the ball," Tokuda said.

Waialua at Waipahu, 6:30 p.m.: The Marauders (5-2-2) beat the Bulldogs (6-2-1), 20-0, in the regular-season opener, also at Masa Yonamine Stadium.

The Bulldogs are led by quarterback Caleb Fore (1,789 yards and 21 TDs). Running back Donovan Matas leads the team with 578 yards rushing and is second with 409 receiving yards, making him Waialua's busiest player.

The Marauders are primarily a running team with 1,775 yards with running back Jesse Doctolero's team-leading 373 yards and quarterback Gil Fernandez behind him with 367 yards.

The winners of the White semifinals advance to the championship on Nov. 10 at Aloha Stadium. Both teams also earn Division II state tournament berths.

ILH

Top-ranked Saint Louis (5-0) can clinch its league's Division I title and a state berth with a win against No. 10 Damien (2-2-1), 7:30 tonight at Aloha Stadium.

BIIF

Kamehameha (6-2), Konawaena (6-2) and Honoka'a (5-3) have clinched playoff berths for the league's Division II playoffs. Tonight's games between Kamehameha and Hilo at Wong Stadium and Honoka'a at Konawaena will determine seeding. The top seed gets a bye with the second seed hosting the third seed Nov. 10.

In Division I, No. 8 Kealakehe (8-0) and Kea'au (6-2) clinched the top two spots. The Waveriders have the top seed and draw a bye next week. Either Waiakea or Hilo (both 5-3) will play at Kea'au in Saturday's postseason opener.

KIF

Kaua'i (4-0) clinches the league title and Division II state berth with a win against Waimea (3-2), 7:30 tonight at Vidinha Stadium.

MIL

King Kekaulike (3-0), which already won the first-round title, clinched the second round as well and has secured the league's state Division II berth.

No. 6 Baldwin (2-0-1 second round) will likely have to win the next two games to capture its second-round Division I crown.

Reach Stacy Kaneshiro at skaneshiro@honoluluadvertiser.com.