A Night of Triumphs at CBA
The evening unfolded under bright lights at the Capital Region's CBA, where the Section 2 girls flag football championship culminated in a tripleheader that left fans on the edge of their seats. Each class delivered a story of redemption, resilience, and rising talent.
In the Class C final, Catskill turned the tables on Holy Trinity, avenging a 20‑0 regular‑season loss with a 20‑13 victory. Senior Naichaliz Sanchez was a catalyst, recording three interceptions and adding two touchdowns that swung momentum in Catskill’s favor.
Columbia continued its dominance in the Class B division, edging Troy 12‑6 in double overtime. A decisive touchdown pass from Taylor Lawrence to Ella Tran sealed the win, granting the team a third straight sectional title.
The Class A showdown saw Shaker outpace Colonie 27‑6. Eleanor Keough was the standout, scoring three touchdowns, including a quarterback draw just before halftime that sparked the crowd.
The three championships underscored the rapid growth of girls flag football in the region, highlighting both emerging talent and established programs that continue to set the standard.