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CBA quarterback Jack Gregory and the Brothers are ranked No. 1 in Section II among Class AA teams.

CBA quarterback Jack Gregory and the Brothers are ranked No. 1 in Section II among Class AA teams.

James Franco

CLASS AA

1. CBA (4-0, Last week No. 1): The Brothers, now ranked No. 14 in the state, registered their third shutout victory of the season with a 48-0 verdict over Colonie.

2. Shaker (3-0, LW No. 2): Sophomore quarterback Jake Iacobaccio rushed for a touchdown and threw a touchdown pass in helping lead the Blue Bison past Shenendehowa 28-14.

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3. Shenendehowa (2-1, LW No. 3): The Plainsmen, who have been outscored 36-6 during the first half this season, look to generate a fast start Friday when they play host to Bethlehem.

4. Guilderland (2-1, LW No. 4): The running game was the featured element against Bethlehem, generating six rushing touchdowns, as the Dutchmen blanked the Eagles 49-0.

5. Saratoga Springs (1-2, LW Not rated): The Blue Streaks' playoff hopes can take a huge leap forward if they can produce a road win Friday against Guilderland.

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CLASS A

1. Burnt Hills (2-1, LW No. 1): Senior kicker Michael Sbuttoni connected on a 37-yard field goal in the fourth quarter to help lift the Spartans to a 24-21 road win at La Salle.

2. La Salle (1-2, LW No. 2): The Cadets embark on their first Capital Division contest Friday when they travel to take on Columbia.

3. Averill Park (3-1, LW No. 3): Gavin Giordano completed 7 of 7 passes for 238 yards and four touchdowns to go along with 48 yards rushing and two touchdowns in leading the Warriors to a 46-6 victory against Troy.

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4. Niskayuna (3-1, LW No. 5): The Silver Warriors earned their third straight win as senior quarterback Dan Quinn passed for three touchdowns and rushed for one touchdown in the first half in a 28-14 decision over Ballston Spa.

5. Ballston Spa (2-2, LW No. 4): The Scotties seek to snap a two-game losing streak Friday as they play host to South Glens Falls/Fort Edward.

Teams to watch: Amsterdam (2-0), Queensbury (1-2)

CLASS B

1. Glens Falls (2-1, LW No. 1): Playing short-handed because of COVID-19 protocols, the Indians dropped a 39-13 contest at Hoosick Falls/Tamarac.

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2. Schalmont (2-1, LW No. 2): The Sabres rebounded from their loss against Glens Falls by posting a 28-7 win against Gloversville.

3. Ravena (4-0, LW No. 3): The Indians look to remain undefeated as they next face Green Tech on Friday.

4. Gloversville (2-2, LW No. 4): The Huskies seek to bounce back from consecutive losses Friday as they play host to Mohonasen.

5. Hudson Falls (1-2, LW No. 5): The Tigers entertain Glens Falls on Saturday in North Division action, which also is a renewal of the Jug Game.

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CLASS C

1. Schuylerville (4-0, LW No. 1): Zach Bowen returned an interception 78 yards for a touchdown in the second quarter, a score that proved to be the winning margin as the Black Horses bested Fonda 14-7.

2. Hoosick Falls/Tamarac (2-1, LW No. 2): Jake Sparks threw for a pair of touchdown passes and returned an interception for a touchdown to lead the Wildcats past Glens Falls 39-13.

3. Fonda (2-2, LW No. 3): The Braves, rated No. 14 in the state, scored seven touchdowns in the first half and recorded a 56-0 win against Corinth/Hadley-Luzerne.

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4. Hudson (3-1, LW No. 4): Isaiah Maines attempted three passes, completing two that both resulted in touchdowns, and added a rushing touchdown in helping the Bluehawks record a 44-0 win against Coxsackie-Athens.

5. Cobleskill (3-1, LW No. 5): Caleb Hantho connected on 13 of 14 passes for 207 yards and three touchdowns as the Bulldogs beat Corinth/Hadley-Luzerne 50-0.

Team to watch: Watervliet (3-1)

CLASS D

1. Greenwich (3-0, LW No. 1): Jesse Kuzmich tossed a trio of touchdowns, rushed for a 56-yard touchdown and returned an interception 67 yards for a touchdown as the Witches produced a 49-0 victory over Cambridge/Salem.

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2. Stillwater (2-1, LW No. 2): CJ McNeil carried the ball 14 times for 227 yards and three touchdowns to help the Warriors post a 53-8 win against Cohoes.

3. Warrensburg/North Warren/Bolton (4-0, LW No. 4): Took command by scoring 30 points in the opening quarter in what ended up being a 54-0 triumph over Granville.

4. Chatham (2-1, LW No. 5): The Panthers collected their first win on the field of play last week with a 52-0 verdict over Helderberg Valley.

5. Cambridge/Salem (2-2, LW No. 3): The Indians' playoff hopes largely hinge on securing a win Friday against Warrensburg/North Warren/Bolton.

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James Allen has covered Section II athletics since 1989. He also works as a broadcaster for local radio and television outlets. He joined the Times Union in 2006. He covers high school sports. Contact him at jallen@timesunion.com or 518-454-5062.