Get ready for an electrifying Friday night as we bring you live updates from the Section 2 football semifinals! Nine Albany-area teams are battling it out to secure their spot in the Section 2 Super Bowls. It's an intense and highly anticipated evening of gridiron action, and we've got all the details for you.
The Road to the Super Bowl
Tonight, we witness the semifinal round of Section 2 football, with each game kicking off at 7 p.m. sharp. Here's a breakdown of the matchups:
- Class AA: No. 4 Colonie takes on the mighty No. 1 CBA. Can Colonie pull off an upset?
- Class AA: No. 3 Saratoga Springs faces off against No. 2 Shenendehowa. A classic rivalry reignited!
- Class A: No. 2 Ballston Spa travels to face No. 1 Niskayuna. Will Niskayuna's winning streak continue?
- Class A: No. 2 Troy hits the road to challenge No. 1 Queensbury. Can Troy cause an upset?
- Class B: No. 4 Schalmont goes up against the dominant No. 1 Glens Falls. Will Schalmont be able to keep up?
- Class B: No. 3 Averill Park meets No. 2 Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk. A rematch of a thrilling one-point game earlier this season.
- Class C: No. 2 Granville/Whitehall battles No. 1 Fonda-Fultonville. Who will advance to the Super Bowl?
- Class C: No. 3 Hoosick Falls/Tamarac takes on the formidable No. 1 Schuylerville.
- Class D: No. 4 Canajoharie/Fort Plain visits No. 1 Greenwich. Will Greenwich maintain its undefeated status?
And here's where it gets controversial... One game, a Class D matchup between Cambridge/Salem and Stillwater/Saratoga Catholic, will be played on Saturday, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the weekend.
Live Updates Throughout the Night
The Times Union is your go-to source for all the latest developments. We'll be providing real-time updates, so you won't miss a single play. Additionally, our Section 2 football scoreboard (https://www.timesunion.com/projects/hssports/schedules-scores/boys-football) will keep you informed throughout the evening.
Game Highlights
- Saratoga Springs vs. Shenendehowa: Saratoga Springs builds a solid lead in the second quarter, leading Shen 19-7. Will they maintain their momentum?
- CBA vs. Colonie: CBA's star player, Tommy Toher, has already scored three touchdowns, giving CBA a commanding 25-6 lead over Colonie in the second quarter.
- Averill Park vs. Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk: These Class B teams are tied at 7 at the half. A nail-biting rematch of their earlier one-point game.
- Niskayuna vs. Ballston Spa: Niskayuna dominates in the first half, leading 21-0. Chase Meisner and Cam Grasso have both found the end zone for Niskayuna.
- Fonda-Fultonville vs. Granville/Whitehall: Fonda-Fultonville is cruising towards the Super Bowl, leading 27-0 at halftime. A dominant performance so far.
- Schuylerville vs. Hoosick Falls/Tamarac: Schuylerville builds a lead late in the first half, leading 20-6. Who will come out on top in this Class C matchup?
Early Leads and Upsets
- CBA vs. Colonie: CBA jumps out to an early lead, thanks to a TD run from Tommy Toher. Colonie will need to fight back.
- Niskayuna vs. Ballston Spa: Niskayuna takes an early advantage, leading 7-0 in the first quarter. Can they keep the momentum going?
- CBA vs. Colonie: CBA extends its lead to 13-0 late in the first quarter. A crucial fumble by CBA at the goal line could have changed the game's trajectory.
- Glens Falls vs. Schalmont: Glens Falls leads 6-0 early in the second quarter. Will Schalmont be able to mount a comeback?
The Undefeated and the Dominant
In Class C, Fonda-Fultonville and Schuylerville remain undefeated, setting up an exciting Super Bowl showdown. Who will clinch their spot tonight?
Glens Falls, with a perfect 9-0 record, has been dominating all season. They've scored at least 40 points in six of their games. Can Schalmont put up a fight and keep the score close?
Rematches and Upset Opportunities
Averill Park and Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk meet again in the Class B semifinals, following their memorable one-point game earlier this season. Ravena won that encounter, and now they host tonight's game with a Super Bowl berth on the line.
Greenwich, the undefeated Witches, host Canajoharie/Fort Plain. A highly anticipated matchup as Greenwich aims to maintain its perfect record.
In one of the night's top games, Ballston Spa travels to face Niskayuna, winners of seven straight. Can Ballston Spa pull off an upset?
The Coaches and the Players
Colonie's coach, Jon LaPoint, has led the Wolf Pack to the playoffs for the first time in years. A challenging task awaits them against CBA, the four-time defending Class AA champion.
CBA's star player, JT Vogel, has been a force to be reckoned with. A three-year starter, he's a key reason why CBA rebounded from a 0-2 start to become the No. 1 seed in the playoffs.
Who Will Reign Supreme?
As the games unfold, we want to hear from you! Who do you think will win tonight's matchups? Will there be any upsets? Share your predictions and join the discussion in the comments. Let's celebrate the spirit of Section 2 football together!
Stay tuned for more live updates and analysis as the night progresses! Don't miss a moment of this thrilling semifinal action.
