Horseheads girls' basketball team ended their season with a 57-35 loss to North Tonawanda in the NYSPHSAA Class AA semifinals. Struggling offensively, Horseheads made only 9 of 47 shots from the field and faced an early 18-5 deficit. North Tonawanda's Annabelle Day scored 15 points, marking her 2,000th career point while leading her team to a state championship game. Despite winning a third consecutive Section 4 title and finishing with an 18-4 record, Horseheads couldn't overcome their shooting woes or turnovers. The Blue Raiders' journey concluded at Hudson Valley Community College on March 21.

By the Numbers
  • Horseheads shot just 9-for-47 (19%) from the field.
  • North Tonawanda's Annabelle Day scored a milestone 15 points, reaching 2,000 career points.
State of Play
  • North Tonawanda is currently ranked as New York's top Class AA team.
  • Horseheads finalized the season with an 18-4 record and three consecutive Section 4 titles.
What's Next

North Tonawanda will face Bethlehem in the NYSPHSAA championship game, as Horseheads looks to regroup for next season.

Bottom Line

The Blue Raiders' shooting struggles and turnovers ultimately defined their defeat, but their strong season record and previous titles offer a solid foundation for future campaigns.