Horseheads girls, Vestal boys roll in Section 4 Class AA soccer finals
State quarterfinals up next for Horseheads girls and Vestal boys after claiming Section 4 Class AA soccer championships.
Section 4 has crowned its 2026 girls soccer champions, paving the way for four teams to represent the region in the upcoming NYSPHSAA state tournament. The final matchups include Ithaca vs. Elmira, Union-Endicott vs. Horseheads, Owego vs. Maine-Endwell, Chenango Valley vs. Chenango Forks, Trumansburg vs. Greene, and Margaretville vs. Edmeston/Morris.
Maine-Endwell, a powerhouse from the Southern Tier region, clinched the Class A championship with an 11-1 record, while Owego Free Academy claimed the other Class A title with an 11-2 record. The Owego Free Academy defeated Waverly 3-0 in the semifinals, securing their 12th sectional final appearance. Meanwhile, Maine-Endwell finished their regular season with only a single loss to Horseheads, showcasing their dominance.
In the Class B championship, Chenango Valley faced Chenango Forks, with the latter emerging victorious. Chenango Valley, boasting a 10-2 record, defeated Chenango Forks 3-1 in the sectional final. Both teams had previously met, with Chenango Valley edging out Chenango Forks 3-1 during the regular season. Chenango Forks, however, had earned a 16th sectional final appearance, showcasing their consistent performance.
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