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Pucci-Schaefer places third at NYSPHSAA Championships

OBSERVER Photo by Christian Storms In photo above, Fredonia’s Elizabeth Pucci-Schaefer performs one of her dives at the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Championships at Webster Aquatic Center on Friday.

WEBSTER — Elizabeth Pucci-Schaefer has had a banner diving season in both Chautauqua-Cattaraugus Athletic Association and in Section VI competition this fall.

The rest of the state got to see her talents on Friday, too.

The Fredonia junior scored 448.10 points to finish third in a field of 34 at the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Championships at the Webster Aquatic Center.

Senior Rachel Yang of Jericho of Section VIII repeated as state champion with 518 points, while Brooke Terwilliger of Section IV Corning was second with 488.70 points.

Two other area divers also competed, but didn’t make the finals.

Fredonia's Elizabeth Pucci-Schaefer confers with ‘Billies’ coach Allie Saye.

Elayna Pitts of Frewsburg placed 27th with 184 points, while junior Leah Marsh of Fredonia was 33rd with 159.10 points.

OBSERVER Photo by Christian Storms Fredonia's Leah Marsh completes one of her dives.

OBSERVER Photo by Christian Storms Elayna Pitts of Frewsburg performs one of her dives Friday in Webster.

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