The Section 1 baseball playoffs are set to open this Friday, kicking off a week‑long battle that will culminate on May 31 at Purchase College, where the championship games will be held.
Top Seeds and Class Breakdown
Ketcham enters as the No. 1 seed in Class AAA, boasting a 17‑win season, while Rye secured the top spot in Class AA after edging Mahopac in a 15‑5 finish. Tappan Zee leads Class A with a 19‑1 record, Putnam Valley tops Class B at 14‑6, and Tuckahoe claims the Class C seed despite a 9‑11 record.
The tournament format features double‑elimination semifinals and finals across all five classes, giving teams a second chance to rebound after a loss. Fifty‑two teams qualified for post‑season play, and the schedule includes specific matchups that begin this Saturday, May 16, with Class C games starting on Monday, May 18.
Path to the State Regionals
Winners from the Section 1 finals will advance to the state regional finals, with the state semifinals scheduled for June 12 in Binghamton. The progression from local competition to the broader state stage underscores the significance of the Section 1 tournament as a gateway to higher accolades.