News by Tom Barton
News by Tom Barton on South Shore Press
Sayville's Baseball Field Has a New Name
Sayville's long time baseball head coach Barry Fitzpatrick was honored last week when the school district renamed their field in his honor.
The Eagles Unified Team Soars
The Rocky Point School District’s Unified Basketball team got a win this week against Shoreham Wading River and Comsewogue High School in their second season as a team.
The Colonials Win Their First Ever Playoff Game
The William Floyd Colonials varsity flag football team won their first-ever playoff game.
33 Suffolk Schools Compete for Fit Club
This week 33 schools across Suffolk County sent more than 1,000 student athletes to compete in the annual Suffolk Zone Fit Club.
Respect Youth Officials
Anyone who has been to youth sports knows the trials and almost abuse the officials and umpires take on a daily basis. Standing in there wearing a referee or umpire uniform is a thankless job that is often criticized and almost never applauded. Grown adults across the country have been known to spoil the sport for the kids because of their treatment of these officials.
NFL Opening Day Lines Released
We are still months away from the NFL's opening day and even months away from camp opening up, but the NFL released their schedule and shortly after the Week 1 NFL lines followed suit.
Fantasy Baseball - Trust the White Sox?
The Chicago White Sox set the mark last season for futility and in a fantasy baseball world they were just as bad as advertised.
Run For Those Who Cannot
If you are looking for something fun, yet meaningful to do this weekend the Dashan J. Briggs Memorial Foundation will be holding their 5th and final Run for Briggs 5K Run/Walk/Ruck and 1-Mile Kid’s Fun Run this Saturday, May 24, 2025.
The Colonials Make the Playoffs For the 4th Time
The William Floyd boys’ varsity tennis team recently finished off their stellar regular season by clinching a playoff berth for the fourth consecutive season.
Look to the Rebounds to Cash Those Playoff Tickets
When the Knicks take on the Pacers this week it should be a hotly contested series. Finding an avenue to bet in the series will be tough and we have to navigate through it to find some value, but there is value to be had.
Fantasy Baseball - Closer Change in Philly
When the Philadelphia Phillies announced that their closer Jose Alvarado was going to be suspended for 80 games without pay for violating Major League Baseball's drug policy the look at the Phillies as World Series contenders shifted, as did fantasy teams across the country.
Bing Bong the Knicks Are Knocking on the Finals Door
The New York Knicks shocked the world when they upended the Boston Celtics and advanced in the playoffs and now they are just one series away from the NBA Finals.
Section XI Hands Out Honors
This week athletes and those involved in athletics in Suffolk were honored at the annual Section XI Nick DeCillis Awards Luncheon. Section XI wrote of the honorees that they "represent the very best of our community and continue to make Section XI proud"
Scully Is the Best of the Best
There are very few people in the world who can boast that they are the best at what they do, and no one can argue with their claims.
The Phantoms are Steamrolling into the Playoffs
The Bayport-Blue Point baseball team has hit the magic number for the season of 20 and now they eye the post season.
ACEing Tennis for Autism
This past week Smithtown East High School hosted the annual Bob Davis Play for Autism Tournament, and it was a giant success for everyone involved.
SWR Lacrosse Host Lax Out Cancer
This week before the Shoreham-Wading River vs. Comsewogue lacrosse game the Shoreham-Wading River High School community came together for the 16th Annual Lax Out Cancer fundraiser.
The Dragons Keep the Island Theme
The New York Dragons have added the first two players to their roster, and it is completely on brand for the new, exciting team.
The Rockies Are Bad - Which Is Good
Last year sports bettors were able to jump on the anti-Chicago White Sox bandwagon early and they kept firing against the worst team in league history over and over thinking we'd never see something like this again.
NCAA Lacrosse Is Filled with William Floyd Alumni
When you're building a successful sports program, it goes beyond just wins and losses. Many indicators have to be included with successful student athletes after they leave the school chief among the vital aspects to show how successful the program is.
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Smithtown's Marcus Wertheim Leads Team Australia
Former Smithtown lacrosse standout Marcus Wertheim is dominating on the world stage. The Smithtown alumnus, who currently attends Brown University, led all players at the Super Sixes tournament, delivering an elite performance against international competition.
Sachem's Coach Mercurio Elected to Lacrosse Board
Congratulations to Sachem Athletic Hall of Famer Rick Mercurio, who was elected to the World Lacrosse Board of Directors during the organization’s 2025 General Assembly. Mercurio fills one of two open Strategic Director positions, marking another significant milestone in his distinguished career in the sport.
LaFontaine Heads to the Isles Hall
Pat LaFontaine’s plaque has officially been added to the Islanders Hall of Fame wall, placing him among some of the most legendary figures in franchise history. The former star forward was inducted into the Ring of Honor at UBS Arena, becoming the 17th member to receive the prestigious distinction.