By: Karlie Genevive, ’26 Summer Intern

NYSPHSAA is proud to host the 2026 Baseball Championships Presented by Visions Federal Credit Union. A busy slate as twenty-four of the best teams across six classes compete in semifinal and final matchups. Battling it out for the title of the 2026 NYSPHSAA Baseball Champion. Being held across several venues in New York’s Southern Tier, including Mirabito Stadium in Binghamton, Binghamton University in Vestal, and Union-Endicott High School in Endicott. The championship tournament will begin on Friday June 12 and run through Saturday June 13.

“Anticipating another great year of State Championship baseball in the Binghamton area. This will be the first year utilizing a double first base, I'll be interested to see how our student athletes adjust to this rule change,” State Coordinator Al Roy stated. “As always looking to see some great high school baseball and good luck to all the participating schools and their fans.”

In Class AAA, Niagara Falls (Section VI) enters the 2026 state tournament with unfinished business after falling just short of a championship appearance last season, suffering a semifinal defeat to eventual state champion Saratoga Springs (Section II). Armed with valuable postseason experience and momentum from last year's run, Niagara Falls will take the next step toward a state title.

Their journey begins on June 12 at 4:00 PM, when they face Liverpool (Section III) in the first-Class AAA semifinal.

Also returning to the state semifinals is Massapequa (Section VIII), another 2025 semifinalist seeking redemption after its championship hopes were cut short last season. This year, Massapequa will take on Monroe-Woodbury (Section IX) in the second-Class AAA semifinal on June 12 at 7:00 PM, with a spot in the state championship game on the line.

The Class AA bracket features several familiar contenders, including West Genesee (Section III), which returns to the state semifinals after its championship run ended in the semifinal round a year ago. Standing in its way is defending state champion Horseheads (Section IV), setting up a highly anticipated semifinal matchup on June 12 at 4:00 PM at Mirabito Stadium.

The second Class AA semifinal will showcase Cornwall Central (Section IX) and Kennedy (Section VIII), with both teams looking to earn a spot in the state championship game. That contest is scheduled for June 12 at 7:00 PM, also at Mirabito Stadium.
The Class A bracket features Grand Island (Section VI) and Averill Park (Section 2), who will meet in semifinal action on June 12 at 4:00 PM at Binghamton University, both programs looking to take the next step toward a state championship appearance.

Rounding out the Class A field is Marlboro Central (Section IX), returning from last year’s tournament, as they prepare to face Plainedge (Section VIII) in the second semifinal matchup. That contest will also be held on June 12, with a 7:00 PM starting time.

The Class B semifinals are set, highlighted by Medina (Section VI), which returns to the state final four after making a run in last year’s tournament. They will be joined by Notre Dame (Section III), June 12 at 1:00 PM at Binghamton University, setting up a competitive matchup as both programs look to advance to championship weekend.

In the other semifinal, Chester (Section IX) will take on Center Moriches (Section XI) on June 12 at 1:00 PM at Binghamton University, with both teams aiming to secure a spot in the Class B title game.

The Class C semifinals feature a full field of returning contenders, with all four teams back from last year’s tournament. Leading the group is former state champion Saratoga Central Catholic (Section 2), who return to the semifinal stage and will face Tuckahoe (Section I) on June 12 at 1:00 PM at Mirabito Stadium.

In the other semifinal, Kendall (Section V) and Ticonderoga (Section VII) square off in an all-returner matchup. That game is scheduled for June 12 at 10:00 AM, also at Mirabito Stadium, with both programs looking to punch their ticket to the Class C title game.

The Class D semifinals feature the 2025 defending state champions Oriskany (Section III), who return to the final four with hopes of repeating as state title winners. They will face Fillmore (Section V) in one semifinal matchup, setting the stage for a strong opening contest in the bracket.

In the other semifinal, Duanesburg (Section 2) will meet Bridgehampton (Section XI) on June 12 at 1:00 PM at Union-Endicott High School. Both programs enter the matchup looking to secure a spot in the Class D championship game. The semifinal round begins on Friday, June 12, with games spread across three sites.

At Union-Endicott High School, Class D action opens the day with a 10:00 AM matchup, followed by the second-Class D semifinal at 1:00 PM. Mirabito Stadium will host a full slate of games, featuring Class C at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, followed by Class AA semifinal matchups at 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM. At Binghamton University, Class B begins the schedule with games at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, before Class A wraps up the day with semifinal contests at 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM. The championship games will be held on Saturday, June 15, featuring a full day of state title action across multiple sites. At Binghamton University, Class B opens championship play at 10:00 AM, followed later in the day by Class AAA. The day concludes there at 4:00 PM with the Class AA championship game. Mirabito Stadium will also host a full slate of title games, beginning with Class A at 10:00 AM, followed by Class C at 1:00 PM, and closing with the Class D championship at 4:00 PM. Across both venues, champions will be crowned in every Class as the tournament comes to a close. It’s sure to be a thrilling day of high school competition across all divisions.

Tickets for this event are $13.60 (including all fees) and can only be purchased online. Changes to the schedule and more information about the 2026 NYSPHSAA Baseball Championship can be found at nysphsaa.org.