Northern Adirondack's attacker collides with the Ticonderoga goalie going after the loose ball. PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — The top-seeded Northern Adirondack Bobcats continued their impressive postseason run Friday evening, shutting out the No. 2 Ticonderoga Sentinels 3-1 to claim the NYSPHSAA Section VII Class C Girls' Soccer Championship at the Plattsburgh State Field House. Entering the championship match ranked No. 17 in New York State, Northern Adirondack relied on a dominant second-half performance to secure the sectional title and earn a berth in the NYSPHSAA Class C Girls' Soccer Tournament. The opening 40 minutes featured strong defensive play from both squads as neither team could find the back of the net. The Bobcats and Sentinels battled through a physical, scoreless first half, with both defenses limiting quality scoring opportunities. Northern Adirondack broke the deadlock just four minutes into the second half when Ava Moore capitalized on an opportunity and scored an unassisted goal in the 44th minute, putting the Bobcats ahead 1-0. The momentum stayed with Northern Adirondack as Kenna Labarre doubled the lead in the 48th minute off an assist from Nora Parsons, giving the Bobcats a comfortable cushion. Just one minute later, Rielyn Nutt struck in the 49th minute after receiving a feed from Jamie LaPoint, extending the advantage to 3-0 and putting the championship firmly in Northern Adirondack's control. Ticonderoga refused to go away quietly and got on the scoreboard in the 66th minute when Natalie Cook finished a chance off an assist from Madison Beaudet. However, the Sentinels could not get any closer as the Bobcats' defense stood tall for the remainder of the match. Goalkeeper Haley Leclair anchored the Northern Adirondack defense with four saves, while Ava Belden recorded five saves for Ticonderoga. With the win, the Bobcats improved to 14-3 and captured the Section VII Class C championship. Ticonderoga concluded its season with a 9-7-2 record. Northern Adirondack now advances to the NYSPHSAA Class C Girls' Soccer Tournament quarterfinals, where the Bobcats will host the St. Lawrence Larries of Section X on November 7 at Northeastern Clinton Central School. The sectional title adds another memorable chapter to Northern Adirondack's season, and the Bobcats will now set their sights on a deep run in the state tournament as they represent Section VII on the statewide stage. Gallery

Northern Adirondack and Ticonderoga battle for the ball along the sidelines for possession. Gallery

Saranac Lake's Justin Lusia (0) with the sliding stop on Northern Adirondack's Hayden Nartlemus (6) to deny him the goal. PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — The Northern Adirondack Bobcats extended their reign atop Section VII Class C boys soccer, claiming their fourth straight championship with a 2-0 win over the Saranac Lake Red Storm on October 30 at the SUNY Plattsburgh Field House. With the win, Northern Adirondack improved to 9-7, while Saranac Lake finished its season at 5-9-1. The championship triumph sends the Bobcats into the opening round of the NYSPHSAA Class C Boys Soccer Tournament, where they will face the Brushton-Moira Panthers on November 4 at 6 p.m. at Beekmantown High School. Northern Adirondack struck first midway through the opening half. In the 15th minute, Emmett LaClair found the back of the net off a perfectly delivered corner kick from Jack Earl, giving the Bobcats a 1-0 advantage and energizing the Northern Adirondack supporters in attendance. The Bobcats carried that lead into halftime and continued to control play throughout much of the second half. Their insurance goal came in the 72nd minute when Jackson Bassett capitalized on an opportunity and finished unassisted, extending the lead to 2-0 and putting the championship firmly within Northern Adirondack's grasp. Defensively, the Bobcats were outstanding. Goalkeeper Jake Manor was called upon just once and made the save he needed to preserve the shutout. At the other end, Saranac Lake goalkeeper Justin Lushia kept the Red Storm within striking distance with four saves despite facing steady pressure from the Bobcats attack. When the final whistle sounded, Northern Adirondack celebrated another milestone in what has become one of Section VII's most successful Class C programs. The championship marked the Bobcats' fourth straight sectional title and earned them another opportunity to compete on the state tournament stage. With confidence and momentum on their side, Northern Adirondack now turns its attention to the NYSPHSAA tournament and its upcoming showdown against Brushton-Moira as the Bobcats look to extend their postseason run beyond Section VII. Gallery

Northern Adirondack's Jackson LaBarge and Saranac Lake's Sam Miemis (26) battle for the ball along the sidelines. Gallery

Plattsburgh's Eian Brennan (7) with the drag tackle of Beekmantown's Noah Corrado (15) to stop the big play. The #2 Plattsburgh Hornets rallied from an early deficit and scored 33 consecutive points to defeat the #3 Beekmantown Eagles 33-23 in the NYSPHSAA Section VII Class B Football semifinal on October 30 in Plattsburgh. Beekmantown struck first when Noah Corrado connected on a 7-yard touchdown pass 4:27 into the opening quarter. The Eagles added the two-point conversion to take an 8-0 lead. Plattsburgh answered just over two minutes later. Garrison Rodriquez broke free for a 38-yard touchdown run 6:29 into the first quarter, cutting the deficit to 8-6. The Hornets then grabbed their first lead of the night when Cooper Holland hauled in a 24-yard touchdown pass 9:29 into the quarter, putting Plattsburgh ahead 12-8 at the end of the first. The Hornets extended their advantage in the second quarter. With halftime approaching, Will Boire found the end zone on a 15-yard touchdown play to cap another Plattsburgh scoring drive and send the Hornets into the locker room with a 19-8 advantage. Plattsburgh continued to control the contest after the break. Boire reached the end zone again on a 5-yard touchdown run 5:18 into the third quarter, stretching the lead to 26-8 and putting the Hornets firmly in command. The Hornets added to their lead early in the fourth quarter when Ryan Colburn connected on a 7-yard touchdown pass 1:34 into the period, giving Plattsburgh a 33-8 cushion. Beekmantown showed plenty of fight late in the game. Garrett Pelkey electrified the Eagles sideline with an 84-yard kickoff return touchdown 1:59 into the fourth quarter to make it 33-15. Moments later, Calum Anderson threw a 7-yard touchdown pass, and the Eagles converted the two-point attempt 2:03 into the quarter, trimming the deficit to 33-23. Despite the late rally, the Hornets held firm defensively and secured their place in the sectional championship game. With the victory, Plattsburgh advances to face the top-seeded Peru Nighthawks on November 7 at Peru High School in the NYSPHSAA Section VII Class B Championship. The winner will host the Section X Class B champion in the opening round of the state playoffs on November 14 at 1 p.m. at Ausable Valley. After overcoming an early eight-point deficit, the Hornets seized control with 33 unanswered points and defended their home field to earn a shot at the Section VII Class B crown against rival Peru.

Beekmantown's Carter Lapier (1) breaks through the Hornets ' defense and goes through the tackle.

Beekmantown's midfielder with the header between a pair of Spartan defenders to start the attack. CHAMPLAIN, N.Y. — Ranked among New York State's top girls soccer teams all season, the #1 Beekmantown Eagles added a sectional championship to their impressive resume Thursday evening, defeating the #2 Saranac Spartans 3-1 in the NYSPHSAA Section VII Class A Girls Soccer Championship at Northeastern Clinton Central. With the victory, Beekmantown secured the Section VII title and earned a spot in the NYSPHSAA Class A Girls Soccer State Tournament, keeping its pursuit of a state championship alive. The Eagles wasted little time establishing control of the match. In the 23rd minute, Olivia Miller opened the scoring, finishing a setup from Olivia Hagadorn to give Beekmantown a 1-0 lead. Just three minutes later, the Eagles struck again when Carly Hagadorn found the back of the net off an assist from Reese Peryer, extending the advantage to 2-0. Beekmantown carried that momentum into halftime, controlling possession and creating scoring opportunities while keeping the Spartans off the board. The Eagles continued their strong play early in the second half. In the 43rd minute, Reese Peryer capitalized on an unassisted opportunity and scored to push the lead to 3-0, putting Beekmantown firmly in command. Saranac showed resilience and broke through in the 52nd minute when Liana Brown converted a penalty kick to cut the deficit to 3-1. However, the Eagles' defense remained composed the rest of the way, denying any comeback hopes and securing the sectional championship victory. The win improved Beekmantown's record to 13-3-2, while Saranac finished its season at 11-7. Ranked 16th in New York State, the Eagles have consistently proven themselves to be one of the area's premier programs, and Thursday's championship performance was another example of their talent and determination. The sectional title now sends Beekmantown into the NYSPHSAA Class A State Tournament, where the Eagles will face the winner of the Section II Championship in the state quarterfinals on November 7. A quarterfinal win would send Beekmantown to the NYSPHSAA Final Four in Cortland, putting the Eagles just two wins away from a state championship. For now, however, the focus remains on celebrating a hard-earned Section VII title as Beekmantown continues a memorable postseason run with its sights set on even bigger goals.Gallery

Saranac's Liana Brown (18) gets the Spartans on the board with the penalty kick goal. Gallery

Peru's Deacon Whitmore (20) goes high on Plattsburgh's Clby Roesler (goalie) for the Nighthawks goal. CHAMPLAIN, N.Y. — The Peru Nighthawks are Section VII champions once again. With a goal in each half and a dominant defensive effort, the No. 1-seeded, New York State No. 13-ranked Nighthawks defeated crosstown rival No. 3 Plattsburgh 2-0 Thursday night in the NYSPHSAA Section VII Class A Boys Soccer Championship at Northeastern Clinton Central High School. The victory improved Peru's record to 13-2-2 and secured the Section VII Class A title, while Plattsburgh finished its season at 5-7-1. The championship matchup featured the intensity expected from one of the North Country's fiercest rivalries, with both teams battling for every possession early in the contest. Peru broke through in the 22nd minute when John Francia finished a scoring opportunity set up by Collin Powers, giving the Nighthawks a 1-0 lead. The Hornets kept pushing for an equalizer through the rest of the first half, but Peru's defense held firm and carried the one-goal lead into halftime. Looking to extend their advantage after the break, Peru struck again in the 58th minute. Deacon Whitmarsh found the back of the net off an assist from Chase Coran, extending the Nighthawks' lead to 2-0. From then on, Peru's defense took control, limiting quality chances and preserving the shutout against its rival. The disciplined effort secured the sectional championship and added another memorable chapter to the storied rivalry between the two programs. With the win, Peru advances to the NYSPHSAA Class A Boys Soccer Tournament Quarterfinals, where the Nighthawks will take on the Section II champion. The winner of that matchup will earn a trip to the New York State Final Four in Middletown, moving one step closer to a state championship. For Peru, Thursday night's victory was the latest achievement in an outstanding season. Now crowned Section VII Class A champions, the Nighthawks will look to carry their momentum into the state tournament as they continue their pursuit of New York State glory. Gallery

Plattsburgh's Colin Walker (15) goes one-on-one with Peru's Killian Baker (2) and starts the Hornets' attack. Gallery

Ausable Valley's Elin Post (11) with a shot to the far corner to give the Patriots the 2-0 lead. BEEKMANTOWN, N.Y. — After 110 minutes of intense championship soccer and a tense penalty kick shootout, the top-seeded Ausable Valley Patriots claimed the NYSPHSAA Section VII Class B Girls' Soccer Championship in a dramatic victory over the second-seeded Northeastern Clinton Cougars on Wednesday night at Beekmantown Central School. With a few hundred fans lining the sidelines and a light mist settling over the field during the second half, the two rivals delivered a championship match worthy of the occasion before Ausable Valley prevailed 3-1 in penalty kicks to secure the sectional title. The Patriots struck quickly, taking the lead just four minutes in when Elin Post finished a scoring opportunity created by Renne Bruno to make it 1-0. Ausable Valley doubled its advantage in the 17th minute as Nora Rogers found the back of the net off an assist from Anna Bailey, giving the Patriots a commanding 2-0 lead. Northeastern Clinton responded before halftime and gained momentum when Carley Anctil scored in the 30th minute on an assist from Anna Raccine, cutting the deficit to 2-1 heading into the break. The Cougars continued to press in the second half and were rewarded in the 60th minute when Lexi Arno scored the equalizer, knotting the match at 2-2 and setting the stage for a dramatic finish. Neither team found a breakthrough in the remainder of regulation or during two overtime periods, despite several quality chances. The championship would ultimately be decided from the penalty spot. In the shootout, Ausable Valley held its nerve. The Patriots converted key attempts and took a 3-1 penalty lead in the fourth round, sparking a championship celebration as players rushed onto the field. Northeastern Clinton controlled much of the offensive action, finishing with a 13-7 edge in shots on goal. Cougars goalkeeper Peyton Scott recorded five saves, while Patriots goalkeeper Lula Pfendler delivered a standout championship performance with 11 saves, repeatedly denying Northeastern Clinton chances and keeping her team alive until the shootout. With the sectional championship victory, Ausable Valley advances to the NYSPHSAA Class B Tournament and will await the winner of the Section II championship. For the Patriots, the title marks the culmination of a determined postseason run and sends them into the state tournament with confidence and momentum. For Northeastern Clinton, the season ends heartbreakingly close to a sectional crown after a spirited championship effort that required 110 minutes and penalty kicks to decide. Gallery

Northeastern Clinton's Peyton Scott (44) with the diving stop to keep it a tie game and force overtime. Gallery

Saranac's Nolan Hamel (5) carries it in and fires the shot in overtime for the game-winner. BEEKMANTON, NY--The top-seeded and No. 10-ranked team in New York State, the Saranac Spartans, are headed to the NYSPHSAA Class B State Tournament after a dramatic 1-0 overtime victory over the second-seeded Northeastern Clinton Cougars in the Section VII Class B Boys Soccer Championship Wednesday night at Beekmantown Central School in Beekmantown, New York. Playing in front of several hundred spectators on a crisp fall evening with temperatures in the upper 40s, the championship match showcased two of Section VII's premier programs in a defensive battle that remained scoreless through regulation. Neither team found a breakthrough in the first half, and the deadlock continued through the second despite several scoring chances. Saranac controlled much of the offensive play, outshooting Northeastern Clinton 10-3, but Cougars goalkeeper Mason Favreau delivered a stellar performance to keep the match level. Favreau was outstanding between the posts, turning aside nine shots and frustrating the Spartans throughout regulation and into overtime. With the score still tied after 80 minutes of regulation, the match moved into overtime. Just six minutes into the extra session, Saranac found its championship moment. In the 86th minute, Henry Napper delivered a pass to Nolan Hamel, who buried the golden goal and sent the Spartans into celebration as the crowd erupted. The Spartans' defense was equally impressive throughout the evening. Goalkeeper Elliot Batty made three saves to secure the shutout while the Saranac back line limited Northeastern Clinton's opportunities and protected the narrow lead once the breakthrough arrived. The victory improves Saranac's record to 13-2-2 and secures the Section VII Class B championship. The Spartans now advance to the NYSPHSAA Class B State Tournament, where they will await the winner of Section II in the state quarterfinal round. Northeastern Clinton finishes with an impressive 11-6 record after a strong run to the sectional championship match. For Saranac, the sectional title is the latest achievement in an outstanding season. Ranked among New York State's best Class B teams, the Spartans will now turn their attention to the state tournament as they pursue an even bigger prize and look to keep their championship run alive. Gallery

Northeastern Clinton's Jason Langlois (14) rises above Saranac's James Lefevre (2) with the header at midfield. Gallery

Lake Placid's Mia Mezzetti (00) made a save on Chazy's Marin Juneau (7), giving her 14 on the night and keeping her team in the game. CHAZY, N.Y. — Under the lights on a crisp Monday night, the Chazy Eagles took another step toward extending their Class D dynasty. For nearly an hour, fourth-seeded Lake Placid frustrated the Eagles' high-powered attack and kept the match scoreless. But when Chazy finally broke through, the top seed seized control. Brynn Babbie scored the game's first goal. She later added an assist as the sixth-ranked Chazy Eagles defeated the Lake Placid Blue Bombers 2-0 in the NYSPHSAA Section VII Class D semifinal, earning a ninth consecutive trip to the sectional championship game. Despite controlling possession and creating scoring chances through the opening half, Chazy couldn't break through Lake Placid goalkeeper Mia Mezzetti, who repeatedly made big saves to keep the Blue Bombers within striking distance and keep the half scoreless. The Eagles kept pressing after the break, and their persistence finally paid off in the 58th minute. Peyton Turek delivered the setup Chazy had been searching for all night, finding Babbie for the breakthrough goal and a 1-0 lead. Once the deadlock was broken, Chazy never looked back. Eleven minutes later, Babbie turned playmaker. The Eagle forward found Marin Juneau in the 69th minute, and Juneau buried the opportunity to double the advantage and put Chazy firmly in command. The Eagles dominated from start to finish, outshooting Lake Placid 16-1 and spending much of the evening attacking in the Blue Bombers' end of the field. Mezzetti kept the visitors in the contest with a stellar 14-save performance, but the constant pressure eventually proved too much. Meanwhile, Chazy goalkeeper Calleigh Clark was called upon only once, made the save she needed, and secured the shutout as the Eagles' defense smothered nearly every Lake Placid opportunity. With the win, Chazy is one victory away from another sectional crown. The Eagles will face the second-seeded Schroon Lake-Newcomb WildHuskies in the Section VII Class D championship game at Plattsburgh High School, seeking a remarkable ninth consecutive sectional title. Gallery

Chazy's Karina Kalvaitis (22) splits a pair of Blue Bombers defenders and gets a scoring chance for the Eagles. Gallery

Lake Placid's Max Perez (6) with the defensive header inside the box to break up the Eagles' attack. CHAZY, N.Y. — The dynasty rolls on. With a spot in the program's 12th consecutive sectional final on the line, the top-seeded Chazy Eagles left little doubt Tuesday night, overpowering the No. 4 Lake Placid Blue Bombers 5-0 in the NYSPHSAA Section VII Class D semifinals. The win keeps Chazy's perfect 18-0 season alive and sends the Eagles back to the Section VII Class D championship game for the 12th straight year. It is the latest achievement for a program that has established itself as one of New York State's premier small-school soccer programs. The Johnsburg/Minerva Jaguars will face the Eagles in the title match on October 31 at Plattsburgh High School, with another Section VII championship on the line. From the opening whistle, Chazy showcased why it entered the match unbeaten and ranked No. 2 in New York State. The Eagles needed just three minutes to strike. Landon Duprey opened the scoring on an assist from Aiden Howell, igniting an attack that controlled the match from start to finish. Chazy dictated possession throughout the first half and kept the Lake Placid defense under constant pressure. The sustained pressure paid off again in the 24th minute when Jacoby Weeden found the back of the net with an unassisted effort, doubling the Eagles' lead and sending them into halftime with a comfortable 2-0 advantage. Any hopes of a Lake Placid comeback quickly vanished after the break. Duprey struck again in the 45th minute on an unassisted goal just moments into the second half. The standout forward completed his hat trick in the 59th minute after taking a pass from Zeke McLennan, pushing the advantage to 4-0 and bringing the home crowd to its feet. McLennan later joined the scoring column in the 68th minute, finishing an assist from Jack McAuliffe to cap a dominant offensive display and seal the win. The Eagles controlled every facet of the game. Chazy outshot Lake Placid 20-1, spent much of the match in the attacking third, and rarely gave the Blue Bombers chances to generate offense. Goalkeeper Henry Kapp made the lone save to preserve the shutout. Meanwhile, Lake Placid goalkeeper Josh Hobday delivered a courageous performance despite the result, turning away 18 shots from Chazy's relentless attack. As fog rolled across the field late in the second half, the Eagles calmly closed out another postseason triumph. The final whistle secured not only a spot in yet another championship game, but also extended one of the most impressive runs in Section VII soccer history. Now, with their 12th straight sectional final appearance secured, the Eagles stand one victory away from adding another championship to a legacy that has made them one of New York State's most consistently successful soccer programs. On Halloween night at Plattsburgh High School, the undefeated 18-0 Eagles will face the Johnsburg/Minerva Jaguars for the Section VII Class D crown, looking to continue a tradition of excellence that has become the standard in Chazy. Gallery

Chazy's Jacobey Weeden (12) settles the ball on the foot, heading down the line for a scoring chance, as he had a goal in the match. Gallery

Cortland State's Jordan Ott (1) with the save on the sliding shot from Plattsburgh State's Jacob McGowan (10). PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — The SUNY Plattsburgh Cardinals ended a 14-year wait for a conference crown Saturday afternoon, defeating No. 18 Cortland 2-1 at the Plattsburgh State Field House Complex to claim their first SUNYAC regular-season championship since 2012 and secure the No. 1 seed in the tournament. With the conference title and home-field advantage on the line, the Cardinals overcame a physical battle and, down to one man, played the final 38 minutes to earn one of the program's biggest victories in recent memory. Plattsburgh struck first in the 31st minute when Robbie Kapovic scored his fourth goal of the season, giving the Cardinals a 1-0 advantage. The hosts doubled their lead just before halftime when a Cortland defender accidentally redirected the ball into his own net in the 44th minute, sending Plattsburgh into the break with a 2-0 lead. The intensity only increased after halftime. Despite being reduced to 10 men after a red card, the Cardinals kept defending aggressively against the nationally ranked Red Dragons. Cortland finally broke through in the 81st minute when Owen Brant netted his ninth goal of the season, cutting the deficit to 2-1 and setting up a tense finish. However, Plattsburgh's defense held firm over the closing minutes to secure the victory and the championship. Goalkeeper Matthew Dippolito was instrumental, turning aside nine shots to preserve the lead. Cortland goalkeeper Jordan Ott finished with two saves. The contest's physical nature was evident throughout the afternoon. The Red Dragons received two yellow cards, while the Cardinals got two yellow cards and one red card in a hard-fought battle between the conference's top teams. With the victory, Plattsburgh clinched its first SUNYAC regular-season championship since 2012, earning the tournament's No. 1 seed and a first-round bye. Cortland also earned a first-round bye, and both teams will host SUNYAC semifinal contests on Nov. 4. Gallery

Plattsburgh State's Matthew D'Ippolito makes a diving save on the penalty kick, preventing a Cardinal victory.Gallery