Section 4 football teams prepare for 2026 season after strong 2025
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 8:01 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
New York State Section 4 high school football teams are set for the 2026-27 season opener on September 3. The 2025 season saw Elmira, Union-Endicott, Owego, Chenango Forks, and Tioga claim sectional titles, with Tioga finishing the year as Class D state champions. Key players from last season included Logan Bellis of Tioga, who was pivotal in their success, leading the team to a 42-31 victory over Tuckahoe in the state final. Teams have spent the summer preparing for this upcoming season with significant roster changes expected, particularly for Tioga, who will start without Bellis.
- •2026 season begins for Section 4 teams on September 3
- •Elmira, Union-Endicott, Owego, Chenango Forks, Tioga won sectional titles
- •Tioga secured Class D state title with 42-31 win over Tuckahoe
- •Logan Bellis key player for Tioga, will not return this season
- •Teams preparing after strong performances in 2025
- 8:01 AMYahoo Sports — Section 4 Football poll: Which varsity teams had the best season in 2025?
"A brief recap of which Section 4 varsity football teams are entering the 2026-27 season as defending champions.
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