In a thrilling semifinal, No. 2-seeded McKee/S.I. Tech narrowly defeated Brandeis 6-5, securing their place in the PSAL 2A city championship. Pitcher Matt Mavricos had an impressive complete game performance with five hits allowed and three strikeouts, while junior Vincent Mattaliano's crucial home run in the fifth inning tied the game. Freshman Jeremiah Miranda kept the inning alive, leading to Kento Chalmers driving in the winning run in the sixth. They will face No. 8-seeded Hunter, who comfortably won against Port Richmond to advance to the finals.
The Seagulls will meet No. 8-seeded Hunter for the title Sunday at Maimonides Park in Coney Island after defeating Brandeis 6-5.
Mavricos stymied Brandeis in the sixth, setting the stage for Chalmers, who hit the go-ahead run and secured the victory.
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