NY: Fayetteville-Manlius Captures Section 3 Class B Title

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fayetteville-Manlius entered the Section III Class B championship game with one goal in mind: bringing a sectional title back home for the first time in four years. Standing in its way was defending Class B champion Watertown, a team determined to repeat. The Hornets rose to the occasion, delivering a championship-caliber performance to knock off the reigning champions and capture the Section III Class B crown. This game went down to the wire, as Fayetteville-Manlius won by 1 goal, ending the game 13-12. Take a look at Fayetteville-Manlius' game changers, which are mostly 2028's.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["73267"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a233191f32c4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='73267' first='Taylor' last='Novack'] was the engine behind Fayetteville-Manlius' offensive success in the Section III Class B championship. The Syracuse commit wasted no time making an impact, scoring the game's first goal on a bouncing shot from the top of the 8-meter to immediately swing momentum in F-M's favor. Novack finished with four goals and two assists, showcasing the complete offensive package that has helped her eclipse 300 career points and 100 career assists.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What makes Novack so dangerous is her versatility. She can dodge to either hand, shoot from range, and create opportunities for teammates with pinpoint feeds. Her lacrosse IQ stood out throughout the contest, whether she was finding open teammates or creating offense herself. With 64 goals on the season and a dominant championship performance, Novack proved why she is one of the premier attackers in New York.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["73273"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a233191f3338"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If there was an MVP of the championship game, [player_tooltip player_id='73273' first='Jane' last='Ryan'] made a strong case for the honor. The sophomore midfielder dominated the draw circle, finishing with an incredible 14 draw controls. Possession is everything in lacrosse, and Ryan continuously gave Fayetteville-Manlius opportunities to control the pace and dictate the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ryan wasn't just dominant on the draw. She added three goals offensively, showcasing the traits of a true two-way midfielder. With 160 draw controls this season, 337 in her career, and 43 goals on the year, Ryan has already established herself as one of the top young midfielders in the region. College coaches should keep a close eye on her development because she impacts every area of the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["73278"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a233191f3389"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='73278' first='Mallory' last='Burns'] brought creativity, confidence, and clutch scoring to the Fayetteville-Manlius offense. Her ability to use both hands, manipulate defenders with fakes, and finish with precision made her one of the toughest matchups on the field. Time and time again, Burns used her deceptive stickwork and footwork to create scoring opportunities, finishing with three goals in key moments that helped shift momentum in favor of the Hornets.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Burns possesses a lethal shot and impressive vision as a passer, making her a threat whether she is finishing a play or setting one up. Her sidearm release, elite stick protection, and shot variety keep defenders guessing. With nearly 70 career goals and 21 assists already to her name, Burns continues to establish herself as one of the most exciting offensive players in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["73279"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a233191f33d5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='73279' first='Helen' last='Dougherty'] delivered a complete offensive performance in the championship game, finishing with two goals and two assists. The sophomore attacker showcased her versatility throughout the contest, using her speed, vision, and deceptive left-handed release to impact the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dougherty is a dynamic playmaker who can beat defenders off the dodge, attack from behind the cage, and finish with impressive stick protection around the crease. Her signature sidearm shot and ability to see the field make her just as dangerous as a feeder as she is a scorer. With nearly 60 goals and 41 assists in her career, Dougherty has established herself as one of the most productive underclassmen in the area. Whether she was creating offense in transition, setting up teammates, or finding the back of the net herself, she played a major role in Fayetteville-Manlius bringing home the Section III Class B championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["73284"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a233191f3421"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sophomore goalkeeper [player_tooltip player_id='73284' first='Efimia' last='Everding'] came up with some of the biggest plays of the game when her team needed them most. Facing one of the top offenses in the state, Everding recorded eight saves on 20 shots, finishing just shy of a 50% save percentage. Her performance helped shut down Watertown's hopes of repeating as Class B champions and provided a huge boost of momentum for Fayetteville-Manlius throughout the championship game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Everding's athleticism immediately stands out. She tracks the ball exceptionally well, stays composed on shot fakes, and possesses the quick reaction time needed to make difficult saves look routine. Just as impressive is what happens after the save. She wastes no time getting the ball back into transition, helping ignite the Hornets' offense with quick and efficient clears. With 149 saves and a save percentage approaching 50 percent this season, Everding has already emerged as one of the top young goalkeepers in New York. College coaches should have this talented 2028 netminder on their radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->