Section 6 Class B-1 Champs Dunkirk celebrate today's victory.

BUFFALO — It was far from easy.

The Dunkirk Marauders held off the Iroquois Chiefs in a wild finish to win the Section 6 Class B-1 title at Buffalo State this morning, 79-76. With more than 2 1/2 minutes to play in the fourth quarter it appeared the Marauders were well on their way, holding a 12-point lead.

But the Chiefs would not go away without a fight. After a quick 8-0 run, the Chiefs had the Marauders scrambling.

After Jessica Beehler hit two free throws with less than three seconds left, a half-court heave was missed to secure the Marauder victory.

CHAMPIONS!

The Dunkirk Lady Marauders have won the Section VI, Class B1 Title!@TheObserverNY @DHS_Athletics1 pic.twitter.com/Qk45lfyoHh

— Braden Carmen (@BradenCarmen) March 8, 2020

It was the first title for Dunkirk’s girls basketball team since 1991.

CHAMPIONS: The Dunkirk Lady Marauders win their first Sectional Title since 1991 with a 79-76 victory over Iroquois. @TheObserverNY @ThePost_Journal @DHS_Athletics1 @Section6GirlsBB pic.twitter.com/6zErkGgZ3l

— Braden Carmen (@BradenCarmen) March 8, 2020

Nadara O’Dell led Dunkirk with 22 points while Olivia Smith chipped in 18. Logan Streety for Iroquois had a game-high 37 points.