A Historic Streak Comes to an End
Oriskany entered the New York State Public High School Athletic Association semifinals riding a 39‑game winning streak that had propelled the team to the top of the state rankings and cemented its status as the defending Class D champion.
The matchup against Fillmore turned into a tightly contested battle, with the Mustangs edging out a 5‑4 victory in the final inning.
Jared Boon, who entered the game in relief, delivered a strong performance that helped secure the win for Fillmore.
Notre Dame, another Oneida County powerhouse, saw its season end with a 9‑0 shutout at the hands of Medina, a result that underscored the competitiveness of the tournament.
Medina’s Preston Woodworth turned in a dominant pitching outing, tossing a shutout while striking out nine batters and allowing just three hits, and he also contributed a four‑for‑four effort at the plate with two runs driven in.
The defeats concluded a remarkable week for Oneida County teams, which had captured four Section III titles across different classes, highlighting the region’s deep baseball tradition.