The final week of the regular season in Section 4 football is set to feature a highly anticipated matchup that will determine the Division III champion and top seed for the Section 4 Class B playoffs. Undefeated Maine-Endwell, the top-ranked Class B team in the state, will travel to take on the 10th-ranked Owego Free Academy in a clash of two of the region's powerhouses.
A Showdown for Sectional Supremacy
Unbeaten Spartans Seek Third Straight Victim
After handing Waverly and Chenango Forks their only losses this season, the Maine-Endwell Spartans (8-0, 4-0 division) will look to add a third victim to their list when they face off against Owego (7-0, 4-0) on Friday night. The Spartans have been dominant throughout the year, outscoring their opponents by an average of 46-13 per game.Owego Aims to Avenge Last Year's Lopsided Defeats
Owego will be seeking redemption after suffering lopsided losses to Maine-Endwell in both the regular season and playoffs last year. The Spartans cruised to a 69-0 victory during the regular season before following it up with a 69-21 win in the sectional final. However, this year's Owego squad has proven to be a much-improved team, with their closest game being a 35-14 win over a strong Horseheads team.Clash of High-Powered Offenses
This matchup will feature two of the most potent offenses in the state, as Owego averages 45 points per game and Maine-Endwell puts up 46 points per contest. The winner of this game will host the fourth seed in the Class B semifinals next week, while the loser will host the third seed.Playoff Implications Abound
The outcome of this game will have significant implications for the Section 4 Class B playoffs. The winner will secure the top seed and host the fourth seed in the semifinals, while the loser will host the third seed. With both teams boasting impressive records and high-powered offenses, this game is sure to be a thrilling showdown that will set the stage for the postseason.Previewing the Other Playoff Races
In addition to the Class B showdown, the article also provides a glimpse into the playoff scenarios in other classifications. Corning has clinched the top seed in Class AA and will host the championship game, while Horseheads is poised to earn the top seed in Class A. In Class C, Chenango Forks and Waverly have already secured their division titles, while the other semifinal spots are still up for grabs. The Class D and eight-man playoffs are also shaping up, with several teams vying for postseason berths.With so much on the line, the final week of the regular season in Section 4 football promises to be an exciting and dramatic affair, with the Maine-Endwell vs. Owego clash serving as the main event.