The 2026 Section 2 Class AA girls’ soccer semifinals kick off today with two pivotal matchups at Stillwater, pitting top-tier talent against resilient challengers. The spotlight shines brightest on the No. 2 Bethlehem Eagles versus No. 3 Mohonasen Cardinals at 5 p.m., a contest defined by the explosive offensive output of the Mullin sisters. Ella and Maggie Mullin have combined for 44 goals and 26 assists this season, driving Mohonasen to a 13-2 record and a perfect 10-0 Colonial Council campaign. Their chemistry was on full display in the regular-season finale, where they helped secure a 4-2 victory over Bethlehem, and they remain the primary threat as Mohonasen seeks to advance.
Mullin sisters and Columbia’s defense set the stage for a high-stakes showdown in Stillwater.
Bethlehem (9-4-3) enters the matchup with momentum, having won four of its last six games, but faces a daunting offensive hurdle. The Eagles’ path to the semifinals was paved by defensive solidity, highlighted by a 5-0 quarterfinal dismantling of Queensbury where goalkeeper Kinley Logsdon recorded her ninth shutout of the season. While June McCarthy’s hat trick and Maira Braddock’s two goals provided the firepower, Bethlehem’s ability to contain the Mullin sisters’ prolific attack will be the deciding factor. The Eagles, who finished 6-2-2 in the Suburban Council, must replicate the defensive discipline that has kept them competitive despite a less dominant record than their opponents.
The second semifinal features No. 1 Columbia against No. 5 Ballston Spa at 7:30 p.m., a rematch of a scoreless tie from early October. Ballston Spa (8-5-4) arrives with a resilient streak, remaining unbeaten since a three-game losing skid to Bethlehem, Saratoga, and Burnt Hills. As the top seed, Columbia carries the expectation to control the tempo, but Ballston Spa’s recent stability presents a significant challenge. Fans should watch for how Columbia’s possession game adapts to a Ballston Spa side that has shown marked improvement in consistency. These two matches will determine the finalists for the Class AA title, with the winners advancing to the championship game.
Source: Yahoo Sports
