Schenectady, NY (February 19, 2026) – The new M&T Bank Center in Schenectady is proud to announce that it will play host to the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Section 2 Hockey semifinals and championship game.
The Section 2 semifinals will be played as a doubleheader on Wednesday, February 25, with games at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.). The Section 2 championship game will take place on Monday, March 2 at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.).
Prior to the championship game, Section 2 will hold a brief on-ice ceremony recognizing seasonal award winners.
Participating teams will be announced as matchups are determined.
All tickets are $8 and are available through GoFan at: https://gofan.co/app/school/NYSPHSAAII
“The M&T Bank Center was built as a community resource, and hosting the Section 2 hockey semifinals and championship reflects that vision in action,” said David Ahl, Chief Operating Officer of the Galesi Group, which owns and operates the M&T Bank Center. “We’re building a strong 2026–2027 schedule featuring family entertainment, comedy, concerts, sports and more, and we’re proud to contribute to Schenectady County’s thriving entertainment scene.”
“We began our partnership with Union College in 2003, and we’re excited to see it continue at the M&T Bank Center,” said Juan de la Rocha, Section 2 Hockey Coordinator.
In addition to being home ice for Union College’s NCAA Division I men’s and women’s hockey programs, the M&T Bank Center will also host the New York Phoenix professional basketball team, which will make its home debut on March 29.
For more information about the M&T Bank Center and upcoming events, visit mandtbankcenter.com.
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About the Venue
Located in the heart of downtown Schenectady, the M&T Bank Center is the Capital Region’s newest, start-of-the-art, multi-purpose event center. With capacity for 3,425 spectators, the M&T Bank Center is the perfect size to host an intimate performance and large enough to attract top-tier entertainers. The M&T Bank Center is adjacent to Rivers Casino & Resort in the Mohawk Harbor complex, and a short walk to other nearby dining and hotel options.
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