Maine-Endwell and Susquehanna Valley faced disappointing exits in the 2026 NYSPHSAA softball semifinals. Both teams achieved significant victories in earlier rounds but succumbed to narrow losses in their semifinal matchups. Susquehanna Valley led Chatham 7-2 before a dramatic five-run comeback by the Panthers, ending Susquehanna's hopes with a heartbreaking 8-7 defeat. Meanwhile, Maine-Endwell was outhit 6-4 but lost 5-2 to Averill Park, concluding their season without scoring in the final four innings.

By the Numbers
  • Susquehanna Valley recorded 12 hits in their semifinal but lost 8-7 to Chatham.
  • Maine-Endwell managed 6 hits against Averill Park, while yielding 5 runs.
State of Play
  • Susquehanna Valley ends their season with a 20-4 record.
  • Maine-Endwell concludes with an 18-6 record, both teams falling short in the semifinals.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Deposit-Hancock and Windham-Ashland-Jewett will represent Section 4 in the upcoming Class C and Class D state finals on June 13. Teams will focus on building momentum for next season after pivotal losses and reflect on strategies to enhance their performances.

Bottom Line

Despite their elimination, both teams demonstrated resilience, emphasizing their potential for future success. The tight nature of the losses highlights the competitive spirit within the tournament, setting a benchmark for the next season.