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Coach Desi Honored
This weekend the Suffolk County Baseball Coaches Association honored legendary Coach Al Desiderio.
Heavy Police Presence at William Floyd Varsity Girls' Track Meet
As more and more attention has been thrust upon the William Floyd Girls’ Track Team, so has the caution within the William Floyd School District.
Fantasy Baseball - Do Not Overreact
It seems every season, no matter the level of manager in fantasy circles, everyone overreacts to the first few games of the season. This is a normal human response because you are so amped up to see these players perform that your first real glimpse makes a lasting impact, but it shouldn't.
The Best Final Four?
This year's Final Four doesn't feature a single Cinderella team. It doesn't have any true underdogs in the field. It doesn't even have anyone seeded anything other than #1 gunning for a title.
Sachem Students Meet the Mets
Students from Sachem East’s Sports and Entertainment Management classes had a chance to visit the New York Mets this week.
Are The Yankees Bats Are Too Good to Be Legal
The New York Yankees had an unbelievable weekend, and it had their haters questioning everything. The newest problem Yankee detractors are up in arms against is their use of what is being dubbed as their 'Torpedo Bats'.
Scully Has No Equal at the States
Miller Place High School Senior Jillian Scully has now won back-to-back titles for the NYSPHSAA & NYS Federation Championship in the shot put.
Suffolk AD's Etch Their Name on the Wall of Honor
Former longtime Athletic Directors Pat Smith and Georgia McCarthy have been inducted into the New York State Athletic Administrators Association Wall of Honor.
Ducks Pfaff Wins Another Award
Michael Pfaff has won the 2025 Executive Circle Award. Long Island Business News (LIBN) has selected the Long Island Ducks President/Chief Business Officer for the prestigious honor.
Is There Smackdown Coming to Tim Waltz?
Before you go spouting off at the mouth about how much of a tough guy you are and how you'd do in a fight, you should be cautious that there isn't a 7 foot, 325-pound Big Red Machine standing in the way.
The Giants Will Let Russ Cook
The New York Giants have signed their QB for the 2025 season ... again. After signing Jameis Winston less than a week ago for a 2-year, $8 million dollar contract Big Blue have now added Russell Wilson to their quarterback room and is thought to be the starter.
Dragons Name Filardi as Their Head Coach
The New York Dragons are back, and they have selected their new head coach.
Two More Ducks Added to the 25th Anniversary Team
The Long Island Ducks have added two new names to their 25th Anniversary team. Former relief pitcher Michael Tonkin has been chosen as the 20th member and former infielder/outfielder/DH Ray Navarrete will be a part of the special team as well.
The Madness Before the Brackets Is All About Vegas, Baby
March Madness is here and there will be many of you that head out to Las Vegas with your buddies for the annual guy's trip to watch the tournament. For some the first round with the chaos and Cinderella upsets are your choice for when to spend the week in the desert
Let's Make the Sweet 16 Sweeter
The first weekend of the NCAA Tournament was like none we have watched before. Favorites ruled the day and the tournament that is usually filled with Cinderella stories and upset dreams have been replaced by stacked teams because of NIL deals and power conferences ruling the day.
Mount Sinai Makes Long Island Proud
Ultimately the Mount Sinai boy's basketball team were stopped in their quest for a state title on Sunday afternoon, but this team had one of the most remarkable seasons in school history.
Fantasy Baseball - Beware of the Injured Starter
This week baseball fans watched Shane McClanahan walk off the mound with his arm hanging by his side and we all had a collective gasp. This wasn't the regular type of worry for an injured pitcher, this was a multi-injury for the Rays starter.
Whitey Ford To Enter the Irish Hall of Fame
The Irish American Baseball Society will posthumously induct Whitey Ford into the Irish American Baseball Hall of Fame on July 11 at Fairfield Properties Ballpark.
The Flock Keeps Growing
The Long Island Ducks made a slew of moves over the past week or so as the season is getting into full gear.
Trevor Green Swims Past the Competition
Rocky Point High School has one of the best swimmers on the island from their school and he has been bringing home the awards all season long.
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Repavement Project Underway at Blydenburgh County Park
“This project has really been 30 years overdue,” said Legislator Lesie Kennedy.
Letters to the Editor: Library Trustees Thank Taxpayers for Victories
I’m deeply grateful to the residents of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library District for approving the library budget, as well as for re-electing me.
State Mandated Safe Boating Courses Coming Up
Long Islanders out on the water are looking to stay safe this summer.