It must be fun for a handful of area teams these days.

We have Kingston, Rondout and Pine Plains all playing in the state field hockey semifinals this weekend, while Ellenville and Highland are playing in football regional games as well. Add to that SUNY New Paltz volleyball playing in the NCAA Tournament and you have a pretty busy few days ahead.

It's always cool around here to see area teams thrive in the postseason. When it comes to high school, I think Section 9 in general -- and Ulster County and Northern Dutchess County teams in particular -- get a bad reputation when it comes to just how good our players are around here.

It's nice when these players and teams get a chance to shine on the state stage.

Good luck