
Star Performers Shine in New York High School Baseball Season
From Mason Franklin’s .407 average to Steve Schwartz’s .429 batting mark, this season’s statistical leaders illustrate the depth of talent across Section IX.
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From Mason Franklin’s .407 average to Steve Schwartz’s .429 batting mark, this season’s statistical leaders illustrate the depth of talent across Section IX.

Marlboro’s season ends with a 7‑0 loss to Plainedge, while Plainedge prepares for the Class A final against Averill Park; Chester and Cornwall also advance in their respective divisions.

The 2026 New York State Public High School Athletic Association baseball championships will take place June 12‑15 in the Southern Tier, featuring 24 teams across six classes and a new double‑first‑base rule.
The Horseheads baseball squad is set to face West Genesee in a Class AA state semifinal, aiming to become the first Section 4 team to repeat as champions.
The Oriskany Skyhawks secured a decisive 14‑4 win, extending their unbeaten run and earning a berth in the New York State Public High School Athletic Association semifinals.
Cooper Ball delivered a one‑hit performance while Dmitri Charlanow’s two‑run homer sparked a 2‑0 lead, setting the stage for Horseheads to meet Hamburg in the upcoming regional final.

The Express swept Corning 12‑2 to win the Section 4 Class AAA championship, extending a 13‑game winning streak under first‑year coach Justin Fuchs. Key players delivered clutch hits and dominant pitching as the team eyes a regional semifinal.

Brooke Huleatt, a record‑setting high school soccer player from New York, is set to join Harvard University's Division I women's soccer team this fall, bringing a blend of athletic excellence and academic ambition.

The Buffalo Bills announced their Week 6 High School Girls Flag Football Coaches of the Week, celebrating leaders from three regions who are driving community engagement and athletic excellence.
The rapid rise of flag football is evident in new NCAA recognition, Olympic inclusion plans, expanding high school programs and growing safety concerns that are reshaping youth sports.
The latest all-state selections highlight a strong showing from Section 4, with Horseheads leading the way and several other local stars earning honors.