Tottenville Falls to Erasmus Hall in PSAL 4A Championship, 34-27

BREAKING: In a dramatic showdown, Tottenville High School’s football team fell just short in their quest for the PSAL 4A city championship, losing to Erasmus Hall, 34-27, on October 29, 2023, at Midwood High School. The Pirates were poised for victory when superstar running back Tyshawn Bent electrified the crowd with a touchdown on the opening kickoff, igniting hopes of capturing their first city title in 22 years.

However, Erasmus Hall, a perennial powerhouse, quickly responded, showcasing their formidable trio of Kendu Brown at quarterback, Ameir Morrow as running back, and Justus Murray as wide receiver. Despite the early setback, the Dutchmen proved resilient, steadily gaining ground and ultimately clinching their seventh city championship title.

The intense matchup marked the end of a remarkable season for Tottenville, finishing with a strong record of 12-1. Head coach Brian Neville and his team have been hailed for their impressive performance throughout the year. This championship loss avenged Erasmus Hall’s only PSAL defeat earlier in the season—a narrow 38-35 loss to Tottenville on September 26.

Erasmus Hall’s victory not only elevates them in the PSAL record books, now holding more titles than Susan Wagner, but they are just one championship behind Curtis for the all-time lead. The outcome of this game serves as a reminder of the fierce competition within New York City high school football.

As fans and players process the thrilling yet heartbreaking conclusion, the focus now shifts to what lies ahead for both teams. For Tottenville, the future is bright with many players returning next season, while Erasmus Hall looks to continue their dominance in the PSAL.

Stay tuned for more updates and insights into the aftermath of this nail-biting championship game.