Section V Flag Football Finals Set for Thrilling Showdowns
The culmination of a competitive season arrives this weekend as six state‑ranked squads from Section V converge on the field for the championship finals, spanning Classes A through C2.
In Class A, Penfield and Hilton enter the title game with Penfield holding the top spot in the state poll and an 11‑2 record that includes three straight Section V crowns, while Hilton, seeded second, arrives with a 10‑2‑1 ledger and a five‑game winning streak highlighted by a victory over Fairport in the semifinals.
Class B sees a clash between Webster Schroeder and Webster Thomas, both inside the top ten nationally; Schroeder, the reigning state and Section V champion, boasts a 13‑1 record, whereas Thomas, at 15‑1, previously edged past Penfield earlier in the year.
The Class C1 final will pit Aquinas against Hornell, each carrying impressive credentials; Aquinas stands at 14‑1 with two semifinal wins over Mercy, while Hornell remains the only unbeaten team in the section at 13‑0.
Class C2 features a showdown between Bishop Kearney and Finney, with the Falcons riding a four‑game winning streak and finishing 13‑5, while Bishop Kearney looks to extend its own momentum.
Coverage of the events is being provided by the New York State Sportswriters Association, which has been tracking the rise of these programs throughout the season.
Key Players to Watch
Among the standout athletes poised to make an impact are Paige Dean, Amiyah Miles, Sophia Puccia, Macy McFarland, Emma Rascoe, Jillian Pagano, Olivia Smith, Jazzy Ealey, Bryanna Wilkinson, Ajay "AJ" Orr, Bles'ng Muhammad, Lainey Vargas and Ny'Asia Timmons, each bringing a unique skill set that could tip the balance in their respective finals.
The depth of talent across these rosters underscores the growing competitiveness of high school flag football in the region, promising a weekend of high‑stakes play and memorable performances.