By: Lucas Gannon, Fall '26 Intern
The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) is set to host the 2026 Field Hockey State Championships on Saturday, November 14 through Sunday, November 15 at Arlington High School. Arlington won the bid to host the event from 2024-26, which marks the 43rd time the event has been conducted.
“These athletes and their coaches have worked hard to reach this peak of high school field hockey. We expect the games to show outstanding skills and sportsmanship,” said Bev Hooper, NYSPHSAA Field Hockey State Coordinator. “Participants and fans should enjoy this fine facility at Arlington High School. We expect the games to show outstanding skills and sportsmanship. Every team merits your support and that same spirit. We thank Mike Cring, Arlington Athletic Director and his staff for an excellent site, along with the officials and many volunteers who made this tournament possible. The Section I coaches and officials who have worked this weekend, together with Sue Hughes and Rebecca Leslie Disisto, Section I coordinators have our deep appreciation. Enjoy the games!”
In Class A, Mamaroneck High School (I) returns for the fourth consecutive year after capturing Class A titles in 2004, 2014, 2015, 2023, and 2024. Windsor High School (IV) also returns to Class A following the program’s first-ever state championship in 2025. Last year, Windsor defeated Mamaroneck in the Class A championship game, ending Mamaroneck’s hopes of winning three consecutive titles. Hilton (V) and Bethlehem Central (2) are both looking for their first-ever state championships and will face each other in the semifinals.
In Class B, Vestal High School (IV) is looking to capture its third-ever state championship after winning back-to-back titles in 2022 and 2023. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School (2) is aiming for its third consecutive Class B state title after defeating Vestal in last year's championship game. Perennial powerhouse Lakeland (I) also returns, looking to capture its 14th championship under the winningest coach, Sharon Sarsen. Pittsford (V) is looking for its first-ever state championship, making its return to the tournament for the first time since 2012.
In Class C, Rondout Valley High School (Section IX) returns for the third straight year. They will face Greenwich (2), who is looking for their first-ever championship. Historical powerhouse Whitney Point returns after winning 10 of the last 11 championships dating back to 2014. Also returning to the Class C bracket is Bayport-Blue Point (XI), which is looking to capture the program’s first-ever state title following an impressive run to the semifinal round in 2025.
Tickets are $13.60 (including all fees) each day and are valid for the entire day of games on both fields at Arlington. Gates open one hour before the start of the first game each day. The event will be streamed on the NFHS Network, the official broadcasting partner of the NYSPHSAA State Championships. For a detailed schedule of events, visit the Girls Field Hockey Championship landing page on nysphsaa.org.