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February 25, 2026

  1. Bloomfield Girls and Area Boys Teams Advance in Sectional Basketball Play: Sectional basketball competition continued for Wayne-Finger Lakes high schools as 12 teams secured spots in the upcoming rounds. Bloomfield girls moved forward following a lead performance from Calla McCombs, while area teams such as Mynderse and Waterloo boys advanced to the quarterfinals. Other highlights included Lyons defeating Caledonia-Mumford and notable scoring from various regional players. The next games are scheduled for this weekend. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 25)

February 17, 2026

  1. Senator Helming Visits Jrlon Inc. to Recognize Company Expansion in Wayne County: Senator Pam Helming recently visited Jrlon Inc. in Palmyra to recognize the company’s continued expansion and contribution to the regional economy. Jrlon, a family-owned manufacturer established in the 1950s, produces specialized components for industries such as aerospace, transportation, and medical devices. The business now employs close to 200 people and operates additional locations in Spencerport and Summerville, South Carolina. The visit highlighted the role of local manufacturing in supporting workforce development in Upstate New York. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 17)

February 10, 2026

  1. Cooper Grassel Becomes Gananda’s Top Scorer; Wayne Boys Win 11th Straight: The Wayne-Finger Lakes region saw a packed high school basketball schedule Tuesday, highlighted by Cooper Grassel of Gananda scoring 31 points and becoming the program’s all-time leading scorer with 1,103 career points. The Gananda boys secured a strong victory over Sodus, fueled by Grassel’s eight three-pointers. The Wayne boys basketball team continued its impressive run, defeating Waterloo to mark their 11th consecutive win. Several other games produced one-sided results during the busy night. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 10)

February 9, 2026

  1. Bloomfield Girls Basketball Tops Marcus Whitman, Lyons Extends Winning Streak: High school basketball action in the Wayne-Finger Lakes region included 15 games as the regular season nears its end. Bloomfield's girls team defeated Marcus Whitman by 19 points, led by senior Calla McCombs, who set a new program scoring record with 32 points. The Lyons girls team continued their strong season, earning their ninth consecutive win with a decisive victory over Monroe. Area teams prepare for upcoming games as playoffs approach. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 9)

January 14, 2026

  1. Newark and Midlakes Girls Secure Overtime Wins; Naples Boys Remain Unbeaten: High school basketball in the Wayne-Finger Lakes region produced several tight contests on Wednesday night. Newark's girls team extended their undefeated streak to 8-0 with an overtime victory against Waterloo, while Midlakes edged Palmyra-Macedon in overtime for a narrow win. On the boys’ side, Naples preserved a perfect 7-0 record following a win over South Seneca. The night featured strong performances and set the stage for continued competitive play. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 14)

January 13, 2026

  1. High School Basketball: Geneva and Lyons Secure Wins Behind Standout Scorers: Multiple high school basketball games took place across the Wayne-Finger Lakes region on Tuesday night. Geneva’s Kaden Larsen scored 31 points, helping his team edge out Mynderse in a closely contested match. On the girls’ side, Car’Mella Parker led Lyons with 32 points in a victory over Williamson/Marion, bringing her team back to winning form. The evening featured strong performances throughout the area as teams prepare for upcoming matchups. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 13)

December 30, 2025

  1. Aidan Twist Scores 35 for Wayne; Newark Boys Basketball Faces First Loss of Season: Inclement winter weather led to the postponement of numerous Wayne-Finger Lakes high school basketball games on Tuesday, disrupting the end-of-year sports schedule. Despite the delays, senior Aidan Twist of Wayne achieved his second 35-point performance of the season in an 83-73 win over Aquinas. Meanwhile, Newark’s boys team experienced their first defeat after a strong 5-0 start, falling 77-65 against Pittsford Sutherland. Area teams are preparing to resume play with the next slate of games scheduled for January 2. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 30)

December 29, 2025

  1. Geneva Boys Defeat Undefeated Lyons, Waterloo Girls Fall in Triple Overtime: The Geneva High School boys basketball team handed previously unbeaten Lyons a dramatic loss, overcoming a late rally and finishing strong in a key Wayne-Finger Lakes matchup. Geneva built a double-digit lead in the third quarter but had to withstand a late surge that brought Lyons back to a tie late in regulation. The Panthers ultimately secured the win after clutch free throws. In another game, the Waterloo girls team fell in a triple-overtime contest, highlighting an exciting night for local high school basketball. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 29)

November 14, 2025

  1. Midlakes Boys Volleyball Rallies to Advance to First State Tournament Appearance: The Midlakes boys volleyball team overcame an early deficit to defeat Spencerport in the New York State Class B Play-In at Finger Lakes Community College. After losing the first two sets, Midlakes claimed the next three to secure a five-set win, marking their first trip to the state tournament. This victory was significant, ending a streak of playoff losses to Spencerport in previous years. Midlakes now holds a 22-2 record and will compete in the state tournament starting November 22. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 14)

November 12, 2025

  1. Midlakes Boys Volleyball Secures Third Consecutive Sectional Championship: The Midlakes boys volleyball team clinched its third consecutive Class B2 sectional title after defeating top-seeded School of the Arts in straight sets at Canandaigua Academy. The victory extends their postseason streak, as they did not drop a single set throughout this year's tournament. Under coach Kyle Salisbury, the team celebrated its 13th sectional championship overall. Midlakes will advance to face Spencerport in the New York State Class B regional qualifier. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 12)

October 24, 2025

  1. Mynderse Girls Soccer Reaches Semifinals; Lyons/Sodus Football Wins Decisively: Several high school sports teams from the Wayne-Finger Lakes region competed in important games Friday night, as sectional soccer quarterfinals began and football and volleyball seasons concluded. The Mynderse girls soccer team advanced to the semifinals after a close victory against Attica, while the Lyons/Sodus football team ended its regular season strongly by shutting out Clyde-Savannah. Here is a summary of team performances as postseason action intensifies. The next rounds will determine which teams progress further. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 24)

October 18, 2025

  1. Palmyra-Macedon football remains undefeated with win over Newark/Marion: Palmyra-Macedon High School's football team continued its unbeaten season by defeating Newark/Marion, improving their record to 5-0. In other local high school sports, Penn Yan's girls' soccer team saw Makenna Mullins score four goals in a victory over Marcus Whitman. Additional football and soccer, (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 3)

October 17, 2025

  1. South Seneca/Romulus Football Earns First Win; Williamson Boys Soccer Secures Victory: High school sports teams in the Wayne-Finger Lakes region concluded regular season play on Friday. South Seneca/Romulus football achieved its first win of the season by defeating Waterloo, while Williamson boys soccer rebounded from a previous loss with a strong performance against Lyndonville. Area (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 17)