Potsdam (23-0) showed why it is ranked No. 1 in the state Class B poll Tuesday night, routing Section 2 champion Watervliet 63-33 in a first-round game at SUNY Potsdam's Maxcy Hall.

The Sandstoners got out to a 16-5 lead and built that to 38-16 by halftime and were never really challenged by Watervliet (18-5).

Zach Adams scored 24 points and John Coleman tossed in 19 for Potsdam, which will face Section 7 champion Northeastern Clinton in a quarterfinal contest at 1:45 p.m. Saturday at SUNY Plattsburgh.

Here are some video clips from tonight's game:

Josh Adams Basket

John Coleman Basket

Standing Ovation from fans in final minute

Zach Adams Interview

John Coleman Interview

Steve Kmack Interview

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