Saranac's Nolan Hamel (5) fakes out the defender and heads to the net. The Saranac Spartans picked up a key Champlain Valley Athletic Conference victory Tuesday evening, defeating the Plattsburgh Hornets 2-0 in boys soccer action. Saranac wasted little time getting on the scoreboard. Just four minutes into the match, Nolan Hamel found the back of the net to give the Spartans an early 1-0 advantage. The goal set the tone for a strong first-half effort by the visitors, who controlled play and kept creating chances. The Spartans added to their lead in the 35th minute when Hamel delivered a deep strike for his second goal of the game. The tally gave Saranac a comfortable 2-0 cushion heading into halftime. The second half featured solid defending from both sides. While each team generated chances in the attacking third, neither side capitalized as the defenses and goalkeepers stood firm. Saranac successfully protected its lead for the final 40 minutes to secure the shutout victory. With the win, the Spartans improved to 3-2 on the season and will look to carry that momentum into their next matchup on the road against Northeastern Clinton. Plattsburgh fell to 3-2 and will try to rebound Thursday when the Hornets take on crosstown rival Beekmantown. Gallery

Genesee's Finn Hansford (7) adds his name to the scoring sheet with the goal from inside the 6-yard box. PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — Clinton Community College made its home debut of the 2026 season on Saturday after opening the year with three consecutive road games, but visiting Genesee Community College spoiled the occasion with an 8-0 victory at the Plattsburgh State Field House. The Cougars wasted little time taking control. George Falzon opened the scoring in the 10th minute to give Genesee a 1-0 lead. Just one minute later, Rafael Alburquerque doubled the advantage, putting the visitors ahead 2-0. Alburquerque struck again in the 21st minute for his second goal of the contest, extending the lead to 3-0. Genesee continued its offensive surge only a minute later when Finn Hansford found the back of the net, making it a 4-0 match. The Cougars kept the pressure on throughout the first half. Falzon added another goal to complete his hat trick and stretch the lead to 5-0. Antoni Walas then joined the scoring attack in the 35th minute, giving Genesee a commanding 6-0 advantage heading into halftime. Genesee showed no signs of slowing down after the break. Alexander Stassen scored early in the second half to make it 7-0, and Jacob Pollard added another tally in the 58th minute to push the lead to 8-0. With the score remaining heavily in favor of the Cougars, the mercy rule was invoked in the 70th minute, bringing the match to an early conclusion. The victory improved Genesee's record to 3-0-1. The Cougars will return to action tomorrow when they face Fulton-Montgomery Community College. Clinton fell to 1-2 on the season and will look to bounce back Wednesday evening when the Cougars travel to Jefferson Community College. Gallery

Northern Adirondack (19) put the shot on net past the goalie to make it 9-0 early in the second half. PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — The Northern Adirondack Bobcats continued their strong early-season play with a decisive 12-0 victory over the Seton Catholic Knights in Section VII girls soccer action. Northern Adirondack took control from the opening whistle, erupting for seven goals in the first half to build a commanding lead. The Bobcats stayed on the attack after the break, adding five more goals in the second half to complete the shutout win. The Bobcats put together a balanced offensive effort, with multiple players finding the scoresheet, including two players who each scored a pair of goals. Northern Adirondack's defense was equally effective, holding Seton Catholic scoreless throughout. With the victory, Northern Adirondack improves to 3-1 on the season. Seton Catholic falls to 0-1 after its season opener. Both teams return to action Monday. Northern Adirondack will host Lake Placid, while Seton Catholic travels to Boquet Valley looking to earn its first victory of the season. Gallery

Bailee Lafountain (10) bangs it in off the post to complete the hat trick in the win. PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — The Plattsburgh State Cardinals opened their season in impressive fashion, defeating the Castleton State Spartans 4-1 at the Plattsburgh State Field House in front of 350 fans. The game did not start the way the Cardinals had hoped, as Castleton struck first in the 14th minute. Gwen Bridges found the back of the net on a deflection, giving the Spartans an early 1-0 advantage. Plattsburgh answered immediately. Just one minute later, Bailee LaFountain scored her first goal of the season to even the match at 1-1. The Cardinals continued to apply pressure and took the lead for good in the 26th minute. Alana Delacruz capitalized on a rebound and buried a shot into a wide-open net, putting Plattsburgh ahead 2-1 heading into halftime. In the second half, the Cardinals kept control of the match. LaFountain added her second goal of the game in the 76th minute, finding the corner of the net to extend the lead to 3-1. LaFountain was not finished. In the 86th minute, she completed the hat trick when her shot ricocheted off the post and into the net, giving Plattsburgh a commanding 4-1 lead. The Cardinals held on from there to secure the season-opening victory and improve to 1-0. Plattsburgh dominated throughout the contest, recording 36 shots on goal. The Cardinals' goalkeeping unit combined for 13 saves in the win. Plattsburgh will look to move to 2-0 when it travels to take on Farmington State on Saturday. Castleton falls to 0-1 on the season after dropping its opener on the road. Gallery