The final New York State Sportswriters Association baseball rankings have been released, showcasing the dominance of Section 9 teams across multiple classes.
Chester emerged as the top‑ranked Class B program, capping a stellar season that culminated in the state title.
State Tournament Highlights
In the Final Four, Chester defeated Center Moriches 5‑2 before shutting out Medina 3‑0 to secure the championship.
Cornwall, also from Section 9, fought its way to the Class AA final, where it fell 4‑0 to West Genesee after a 5‑3 victory over Kennedy in the semifinals.
Monroe‑Woodbury matched the deep run of its counterparts, dropping an 8‑5 decision to Mamaroneck in the Class AAA quarterfinals before a 5‑3 loss to Massapequa in the semifinals.
Chapel Field represented Section 9 in Class C, finishing fourth after a 7‑0 defeat to Saratoga Catholic in the quarterfinals.
Section 9’s Broad Representation
Overall, Section 9 schools captured 16 positions in the final polls, ranging from the top‑25 rankings to honorable‑mention recognitions, underscoring the region’s competitive depth.