Bishop Ludden-Grimes/SAS Crushes Adirondack in Tournament
The third-seeded team dominated the opening round of the Class C tournament with a convincing 42-7 victory.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Football
Bishop Ludden-Grimes/SAS improved to a perfect 8-0 record after defeating the 14th-seeded Adirondack in their opening round Class C tournament match. Taveon Sledge led the offensive surge with three touchdown passes and a rushing score.
Why it matters
This decisive win keeps the team undefeated and advances them into the next round of the Section III tournament. The victory highlights a balanced performance between the team's defensive takeaways and controlled offensive line play.
Bishop Ludden-Grimes/SAS maintained their unblemished 8-0 season record by defeating 3-5 Adirondack. The win was secured with significant contributions from Nik Kunai, who recorded two interceptions and a forced fumble.
The players
Taveon Sledge
He is a central offensive playmaker for the Bishop Ludden-Grimes/SAS football team who contributed four total touchdowns in the opening round game.
Nik Kunai
He is a defensive standout for the team who effectively disrupted the Adirondack offense with two interceptions and a forced fumble.
Joevon Mitchell
He is a key running back for the team who has reached double-digit rushing touchdowns this season.
Jasiah Ruffin
He is a team player who reached a career milestone by scoring his first touchdown during this post-season victory.
The details
Taveon Sledge anchored the scoring with three passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown, while Joevon Mitchell added his 10th rushing score of the season. Additionally, Jasiah Ruffin reached a career milestone by recording his first touchdown in the tournament game.
Timeline
Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026: Bishop Ludden-Grimes/SAS defeated Adirondack.
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026: Phoenix and Solvay play in the tournament.
Oct. 30, 2026: The Class C quarterfinals occur.
Season Trajectory
This win reinforces the team's position as a serious contender for a deep playoff run following their appearance in the 2024 Section III championship weekend. The victory effectively keeps their undefeated status intact while positioning them for the upcoming quarterfinal match.
The win confirms that the third-seeded team remains on track for the quarterfinals, avoiding an early tournament exit. Coaches utilized defensive alignment adjustments and trench control to sustain the lopsided victory throughout the game.
The takeaway
The team continues to leverage strong defensive takeaways and a physical offensive line to maintain their undefeated season. Consistency in the trenches will remain the critical factor as they transition into the higher-pressure environment of the quarterfinals.
What happens next
Bishop Ludden-Grimes/SAS will compete in the Class C quarterfinals on Oct. 30, 2026, against the winner of the Phoenix versus Solvay game.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Syracuse.
