Mekeel Christian Academy built a 22-11 halftime lead and took control with a 16-6 third period on their way to a 49-26 victory over Hoosic Valley to claim the Section II Class C girls title Friday night at Hudson Valley Community College.
Mekeel was led by their outstanding trio of scorers with Rebekkah Dean netting 20 points, Jessie Snow 12, and Elizabeth Singleton adding 11 points. The Academy riding a 23 game winning streak will next play in the state regionals.
Alex Rifenburg scored 12 points to pace the Valley who complete another fine season with a 19-5 mark.