Seeds for the Section II Class A boys’ basketball postseason tournament were released Wednesday.
Here’s our breakdown of the classification’s postseason field.
View from the top
Fast-paced, high-scoring Amsterdam earned the No. 1 seed. The Rams are seeking their first area crown since the 1990s.
Best of the rest
No. 2 Mohonasen proved itself in the Suburban Council this season, while No. 3 Lansingburgh is the defending champion.
A year ago
Lansingburgh prevailed in a classic against Averill Park. In overtime, Lansingburgh won 64-62.
Don’t be surprised if …
No. 5 Gloversville finds a way into the title game. The Dragons take — and make — a lot of 3-pointers and are capable of taking down any team in this classification on the right day.
Keep your eyes on …
Mohonasen junior Duncan Tallman, who is leading the Mighty Warriors while playing with a shoulder injury.
Schedule
First round
Feb. 21
9-Bishop Maginn at 8-Burnt Hills, 7.
Quarterfinals
Feb. 25
At HVCC: Bishop Maginn/Burnt Hills vs. 1-Amsterdam, 6; 7-Scotia vs. 2-Mohonasen, 4:30; 6-Averill Park vs. 3-Lansingburgh, 2:30; 5-Gloversville vs. 4-Queensbury, 1.
Semifinals
Feb. 28
At Cool Insuring Arena, 5:30 & 7.
Championship
March 3
At Cool Insuring Arena, 4.
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