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Sports Director Tom Barton: The Dodgers Are The Hated Favorites
With that said no one can argue that Los Angeles shouldn't be the odds on favorites to begin the year, again, and book makers have agreed setting them up as +400 favorites to repeat.
Victoria Lin Is Long Island's First and Only
The Hills East senior became the first fencer on Long Island to win a county championship in two different disciplines. She had previously won the title as a foil fencer two years ago and this season won in the Women's Epee.
Ward Melville Has A Magical Week
When the Ward Melville Cheer Team were selected to head down to Walt Disney World to compete for the UCA High School Nationals they knew they were facing off against not only the other teams there, but also facing history.
There Will Be a New Place To Play On Long Island
The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) has been selected to operate Destination KP, the upcoming premier sports facility that will be located in King's Park.
Fantasy Baseball - Closer Value Is Found In Fake News
Some want the top-notch closers who are reliable not only in getting saves but also can help in ERA, K's and WHIP, while others look at the volatility of the position and decide to wait until the end for a closer in waiting who will eventually get the job.
The 51st State Gets Smashed In The Face As USA Crushes Canada
The 51st state, North North Dakota, or Canada as some still refer to it got literally punched in the face to begin the hockey game, and then it happened again and again as Team USA set the tone en route to a 3-1 victory and a spot in the championship game on Thursday.
Rocky Point Advances
The Eagles won 60-58 over Westhampton on Thursday night in a game that was as close as the score would indicate.
The Wildcats Excel At Fencing Championships
The team watched as freshman Joseph Losquadro, who was in the Sabre competition, had an amazing run in his first year of high school fencing competition.
Zahra Is Headed To State's
Mount Sinai's Tyler Zahra is headed to the NYSPHSAA State Championship after his impressive performance this week.
Ducks Manager Makes The Anniversary Team
The Long Island Ducks have announced a very special addition to their 25th Anniversary Team. Current Manager and former outfielder Lew Ford has been chosen as the 15th member of the team.
Another Jets Failure Leads To Another "Rebuild"
This week the Jets front office informed their 41 year old quarterback Aaron Rodgers that they will be moving on from his services for next season.
No Time To Rest - The 2026 Super Bowl Odds
As the green and white confetti was still falling from the sky many sports bettors around the country barely allowed themselves a minute to reflect and enjoy the big game win, they were already looking at 2026.
Suffolk Swimmers Standout At The Championship
Rocky Point junior Trevor Green won the Section XI Championship in both the 100-yard Individual Medley and the 200-yard backstroke.
Mount Sinai = Perfection
Not only did the boys win the title but they also did so by being perfect. They ended their season undefeated by beating Kings Park in their last game this week 65-58.
Wrestler Mangialino Stands Alone Atop The Record Books
Mangialino earned win No. 169 this season, beating the old school record. He's been adding to the total since and has more to go at the league and potentially county tournament.
Fantasy Baseball - Catching Some Power
Catchers are like tight ends in the fantasy community. You either love them or hate them, and each team's entire draft philosophies rely heavily on your catching approach.
Schwartz Heads Up A True Long Island Team
When the General Manager for the new football team coming to Long Island says he wants this to be a "Long Island" team that is not just a talking point.
Stony Brook Seawolves are Kings of the Island
The Stony Brook Seawolves basketball team have had a tough season so far, but they gave their fans a memorable moment that they won't soon forget.
The Sports World Reacts To A “Yuge” Victory For Women
This past week we all watched as dozens of young female athletes surrounded President Trump as he put pen to paper on a new executive order protecting women's sports.
Agostino Keeps The Family Tradition of Winning Going
Smithtown High School West basketball head coach Mike Agostino has joined an elite company.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing
Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.
Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July
Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.