CLASS M CHAMPIONSHIP

No. 1 Seymour (25-1) vs. No. 23 Sacred Heart Academy (15-10)

When: Friday, 7 p.m.

Where: Biondi Field, West Haven

On the air/web: WELI-960, www.960WELI.com

What to look for: This is the third time these schools will meet in a state final. Seymour won the first two, taking the Class L crown with victories over the Pacers in 2000 and 2004. Sacred Heart Academy defeated four higher seeds in its surprising run to the final. The Pacers have scored 25 runs in four games in the tournament, and their offense seems to be peaking at the right time. Pitcher Molly Flowers has been outstanding, showing a poise and a maturity often seen in upperclassmen.

Championship appearances: Seymour — 14 (8-6, last title in 2009); Sacred Heart Academy — 3 (0-3, last final in 2004).

You should know: The Wildcats are no strangers to making deep tournament runs and playing for state titles. The senior class were sophomores when Seymour last won a championship in 2009. That experience could give it an edge here.

CLASS S CHAMPIONSHIP

No. 1 Terryville (21-2) vs. No. 2 Hale-Ray (23-3)

When: Friday, 7 p.m.

Where: DeLuca Field, Stratford

What to look for: Terryville, the defending champion, returns to the final despite suffering several graduation losses entering the season, including pitcher Beth Grimes, who was a Register All-State selection in 2010. Sophomore pitcher Jamie Bridge has been outstanding in taking over full-time in the circle. Hale-Ray hasn’t played in a final since 2006, and seeks its fifth championship.

Championship appearances: Terryville — 2 (1-1, won title in 2010); Hale-Ray — 9 (4-5, last title in 2004).

You should know: The Little Noises, who won the Shoreline Conference tournament title this year, are an experienced group with seven seniors on their roster. Seniors Maxie Murphy and Morgan Humble are explosive players, capable of taking over the game offensively. Nichisti and junior Rachel Pease usually split time in the circle and both are effective.