News by Tom Barton
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No MAY-be ... Schwindel Owns The Month
The first baseman led all qualified Atlantic League players during the month of May with a .386 batting average. Schwindel amassed 32 hits in just 83 at bats, and his 1.139 OPS ranked second in the league. He has carried the Ducks offense early on leading the team in May in home runs, RBIs, runs, walks, on base percentage and slugging percentage.
Let's Cash Those Celtics Tickets
The Boston Celtics are supposed to be here. They were the preseason conference favorites and didn't disappoint. Boston upped their game once they hit the postseason with a 12-2 playoff record after dominating the regular slate of games. Boston won 64 games with the league's top ranked offense, scoring 123 points per game, and the #3 overall defense, holding teams to just over 111 points per game. They also don't seem to care about the venue because they have an 8 game road winning streak going for them as well.
Suffolk Baseball Reigns Supreme
The Kings Park Kingsmen were the first team to punch their ticket as Long Island champs when they defeated Clarke 3-2 this weekend. The Kingsmen won in dramatic fashion as a 9th inning walk off balk was called to hand them the title.
The Panthers Claw To A Long Island Championship
The Miller Place softball team continues to win and now they are headed to the state tournament. The Panthers won their first Suffolk County title since 2021 last week and now will play for the state title. After defeating Islip 4-1 and winning the Suffolk County Class A championship they continued their winning ways with a 7-4 victory over Seaford to capture the Long Island Championship.
Weeks is a National Champion
The #2 seeded Eagles came back from a 6-0 deficit and went on to defeat the reigning champion Wildcats, who were ranked #1 in the nation. The 14-13 final gave the Eagles the NCAA Division 1 championship and their second national championship in seven straight trips to the title game.This was revenge for BC as Northwestern beat them badly last season 18-6 in the title game.
Sachem Softball Sets Their Sights On State Title
Sachem East softball made history this week as they captured their first ever Long Island Championship. Sachem East defeated Oceanside in a big time pitchers dual 2-0 to secure the title. Once again Sachem relied heavily on their superstar pitcher Olivia DeRose, and she did not disappoint. DeRose allowed just five hits to go along with her eight strikeouts in the shutout. DeRose has now pitched back to back to back shutouts en route to a Suffolk County championship and now the Long Island crown. She has not allowed a run in the past three games and her win total is at an outstanding 18 for the season.
The Mustangs Race To A Three Peat
The team won their third consecutive County Championship title. The team was led by first place finishes from Jess Joe Augustine in the 3200 meter, 1600 meter and 3000 Steeplechase. Liam Metzler took home first in the Long Jump. Tyler Zahra won the Shot Put and Johnny Cuomo also secured first place in the Pole Vault.
SWR Has An MVP
Votruba's stats jumped off the page this season both with the bat, but especially with his pitching prowess. Votruba amassed a 5-2 record on the hill to go along with his 1.65 ERA. In his 46 innings pitched he struck out 52 batters and his pinpoint control led to him walking on 3 batters all season long.
Sayville Girls Are The Best In Suffolk
The team finished the regular season 6-1 overall and 6-1 in division. They outscored their opponents 52-11 in dominating fashion.
Simp-Ellie The Best
Masera has won the ECAC Sports Offensive Player of the Year award. Masera, who is also a finalist for the Tewaarton Award, was also named to the All ECAC team this week. She is joined by her teammates Kailyn Hart and Avery Hines.
Suffolk's All Stars Shine
The Unified Basketball league has shined a light on inclusiveness within the athletic world and the light that has come from the players has been unmatched. From first baskets to undefeated seasons, the year has been surrounded by nothing but positivity and this game put an exclamation point on the standout players seasons.
Flood and Mideulla Lead Easport-South Manor
The boys were led by a first place finish from Justin Albanese who had a time of 1:59:06 in the 800 meter finals. He wasn't the only name from Eastport-South Manor who excelled in the 800 meter as Cooper Nedvin finished 3rd and Christian Capolino ended the race in 5th place.
Rocky Point Eagles Athletes Soar Into The Future
Rocky Point welcomed the students, family members, coaches and administrators together to celebrate their achievements. These athletes not only excelled at their respective sports but also continued to impress academically while juggling an athletic schedule.
All State Standouts Get Honored
Varsity football players Trey'von Holland, Tatum Cipp, and Caleb White were each presented certificates for their athletic achievements. Holland, recently represented Long Island against New York City in the annual bowl game. In that game Hollard earned defensive MVP honors. Tatum Cipp excelled at Bellport playing multiple positions. He was a star at offensive tackle, offensive guard, and center and also played an excellent defensive tackle. Caleb White was an all division standout who was a preseason top 15 middle linebacker. The 6'1" 200 pounder also played wide receiver and quarterback.The six time Long Island and twelve time Suffolk County Champions will look to improve on their 4-4 division record when it begins play this fall.
Suffolk's New Girls Lacrosse Champs
Both the Sayville girls lacrosse team and the Ward Melville girls lacrosse teams can now call themselves champions after winning their division championships.
Half Hollow Hills Slays The Lion
All season long the Half Hollow Hills and Northport lacrosse teams were neck and neck in Suffolks Class A standings, so it was only fitting that they would meet in the finals to finally determine who was the better team. Half Hollow Hills left no doubt or debate after taking home the title this week. They weren't just facing a Northport team that went 14-1 in conference on the season, but they were seemingly fighting against history as well. Half Hollow Hills hadn't won a championship since 1962, despite having some very impressive teams over the years.
Long Island's Defensive MVP
Of all that great talent one name stood above the rest, Bellport's Trey'von Holland. Holland is a 6 foot, 230 pound linebacker that has been described as one of the best run stoppers in the state and one of it's hardest hitters. Holland won the Defensive MVP of the game award making everyone take notice for next season.
Game 7...the Best Words in Sports and Sports Betting
It doesn't take a genius to understand that Game 7's will always favor the home team. They are the better regular season team, which is why they have the final game on their home court, ice or whatever. People love the underdogs though, they probably shouldn't in these spots. The home team is hitting almost 75% over the past 50 NBA Game 7 scenarios. While that might not shock many people, the against the numbers cover rate probably will. The team with home court advantage is hitting 60% against the spread on the final playoff home game. What's even more reassuring for home team bettors is the spread has been on average more than two baskets. These are sizeale lines with a very long history of covering.
Make It 4 In A Row For Commack
Their star pitcher shined as bright as he ever has in a complete game masterpiece. RIghty Evan Kay has been stellar all season and capped off the historical year with one of the best games of his career. Evan Kay is known as one of the best pitchers in Suffolk County history and putting a final championship on that resume is just a cherry on top. Kay is the defending Suffolk Pitcher of the Year and might have had an even better season this year. He has pitched 60 straight scoreless innings and finished with 4 wins and even threw in a save this season for good measure.
The Panthers Roar To a Title
The Miller Place Panthers defeated Islip, 4-1, for the Suffolk County Class A County Championship this weekend.
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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.