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Red Hook, Onteora boys basketball teams advance to Section 9 title games
Red Hook seeks first Section 9 Class A championship in 10 years, Onteora also reaches finals
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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The Red Hook High School boys basketball team defeated Saugerties 72-60 in the Section 9 Class A semifinals on Wednesday, March 4th, advancing to the championship game against top-seeded Beacon. Meanwhile, the Onteora High School boys basketball team also reached the Section 9 title game in their respective class.
Why it matters
High school basketball championships are significant events in local communities, generating excitement and pride. Red Hook's quest for their first Section 9 Class A title in a decade, as well as Onteora's advancement, highlight the competitive nature of the local sports landscape and the dedication of these student-athletes.
The details
The second-seeded Red Hook Raiders (20-2) will face off against the top-seeded Beacon Bulldogs (22-1) in the Class A title game at 5 p.m. on March 5th. Onteora's path to the championship game in their class was also successful, though the specific details of their semifinal win were not provided.
- The Red Hook vs. Saugerties semifinal game took place on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
- The Section 9 Class A championship game between Red Hook and Beacon is scheduled for 5 p.m. on March 5, 2026.
The players
Red Hook High School
The Red Hook High School boys basketball team, the second-seeded Raiders, advanced to the Section 9 Class A championship game.
Beacon High School
The Beacon High School boys basketball team, the top-seeded Bulldogs, will face Red Hook in the Section 9 Class A title game.
Onteora High School
The Onteora High School boys basketball team also advanced to the Section 9 championship game in their respective class.
What’s next
The Section 9 Class A championship game between Red Hook and Beacon is scheduled for 5 p.m. on March 5, 2026.
The takeaway
The success of the Red Hook and Onteora boys basketball teams in reaching their respective Section 9 championship games showcases the competitive spirit and talent of high school athletes in the local community, generating excitement and pride ahead of the title matchups.
