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Boys lacrosse: Sexton's OT goal wins it for Niskayuna

Silver Warriors rally from three-goal deficit to edge Shen

Matt Sexton waited patiently behind the Shenendehowa goal to find a teammate to pass the ball to. When no one was open, Sexton took matters into his own hands.

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Youth rugby rises in region

Capital District Youth Rugby League gives area teens a chance to play unique sport

The Capital District Youth Rugby League is in its fifth year of operation, and clubs such as the Malta-based Saratoga Mustangs and the Scotia-based Schenectady Chargers are introducing the sport to high school-age athletes, both boys and girls.

Boys lacrosse: Ball control helps Shen beat Burnt Hills

Second-quarter spurt gives Plainsmen needed cushion

When you win the battle for the ball, you win the game. The Shenendehowa boys lacrosse team applied that concept to Saturday's 12-7 Suburban Council victory at Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake.

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Sleasman brothers take on international pros

Colonie natives compete in Pro Squash Tour's Albany Open

There is a difference between being the best squash player in the Capital District and being the best squash player in the world.

Squash vs. racquetball

There are differences between the two indoor sports

For those of you who think that squash and racquetball are one in the same, Steve Kuzman would like you to know that there are some differences between the two indoor sports.

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Macknight wins his first Delmar Dash title

Bryans claims third women's division title in last four years

Rookie Eric Macknight had his sights set on setting a new course record at Sunday's Delmar Dash.

Boys lacrosse: Burnt Hills gets by Shaker

Late run helps Spartans pull away from Blue Bison

Just when Shaker thought it had the momentum, Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake took it right back.

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High school baseball: Suburban Council preview

Several contenders aim for division titles

The Suburban Council had a baseball season unlike any other in 2011. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake won the state Class A title, and Shaker came within one run of winning the Class AA crown.

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Boys lacrosse: Blackbirds fly into uncharted territory

2-year-old program moves to the varsity ranks in 2012

Saturday, March 31, was a red letter day for the fledgling Voorheesville boys lacrosse program.

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Boys lacrosse: Shen isn't rebuilding

Plainsmen seek third straight Class A title with mostly new lineup

Don’t call it a rebuilding year. That’s the message from Shenendehowa boys lacrosse coach Chuck Holohan as he prepares his team for next Tuesday’s Suburban Council opener at Niskayuna.

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