Byram Hills secures its first-ever Section 1 hockey championship by defeating top-seeded Pelham 4-3 at the Brewster Ice Arena. The victory comes as a surprise to many, overturning Pelham's favored status.

The Big Picture

This win marks a significant milestone for Byram Hills, a program with no prior championship titles, disrupting the expected outcome of Pelham's continued success.

By the Numbers
  • Byram Hills' record: 18-4
  • Gavin Nichols led with 2 goals, crucial in the comeback
  • Pelham's record: 18-4
  • Griff Evans from Pelham scored 2 goals and 1 assist
State of Play
  • Byram Hills will face the Section 10 champion for a chance to advance to Buffalo
  • First-year coach Patrick Busche's strategic coaching led to Byram Hills' success
  • Pelham, a team with 12 sectional titles, faced unexpected defeat despite being the state's top team
What's Next

Byram Hills will host the Section 10 champion, either Salmon River or St. Lawrence Central, in the upcoming game on Saturday, with the opportunity to move closer to the championship.

Bottom Line

Byram Hills' historic win over Pelham marks a transformative moment for the program, showcasing the power of determination and teamwork in overcoming significant odds.