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William Floyd cross country qualifies for states
The William Floyd High School boys’ varsity cross country team, under the leadership of head coach Ed Noll, recently concluded a successful regular-season dual meet schedule with an impressive 4-1 overall record.
Top closer on the move
This week, San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez exercised his player opt-out for the final two years of his contract and will now seek a lucrative new deal to become a team’s lockdown ninth-inning option.
Three-time champion Dodger$?
While the world is still coming down from watching the exhilarating World Series between the Dodgers and Blue Jays, sports bettors are already taking a look at next year.
The Jets won the trade deadline
When a fan base is constantly told to “wait until next year” and that “the future is bright,” only to discover the light at the end of the tunnel is an oncoming train, it becomes difficult to believe in anything good.
William Floyd with a statement win on senior day
The William Floyd High School varsity football team, led by head coach Paul Longo, finished the 2025 regular season with a perfect 8-0 record after a 35-0 victory over Walt Whitman this past Saturday. With the win, the Colonials earned the Division I championship for the 17th time in program history and secured their 26th consecutive playoff berth.
Puleo leads Smithtown to a playoff win
Anthony Puleo delivered in dramatic fashion, scoring the go-ahead goal off an assist from Joe Marano with just 47 seconds remaining in regulation to lift No. 4 Smithtown East to a thrilling 2-1 victory over No. 5 Comsewogue in the Suffolk Class AA quarterfinals on Tuesday afternoon.
Bayshore volleyball holds Dig Pink game
The Bay Shore Girls Varsity Volleyball Team hosted its annual Dig Pink fundraising game in October, continuing a cherished tradition that supports breast cancer awareness and research.
Port Jeff students visit the Jets
Students from Earl L. Vandermeulen High School in Mrs. Nelson’s Sport Event Management class and Mrs. Moran’s Sports Marketing class had the exciting opportunity to attend the New York Jets Sports Business Day at MetLife Stadium on October 22, 2025.
Bellport golfer reaches new heights
Bellport High School’s Justin Sorrentino, a standout member of the school’s golf team, is making his mark on the course and earning recognition as one of the top young golfers in Suffolk County.
Sachem loses an icon
Sachem has lost an icon. One of the last of his generation as an original Sachem administrator and coach, Samuel J. “Santo” Cario passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, at the age of 95 in Florida.
Filardi starts for the Orange
Syracuse football made a major change at quarterback for Friday’s game against North Carolina, handing the start to former Half Hollow Hills West standout Joseph Filardi. Filardi, who was recruited to Syracuse for his lacrosse talent, was suddenly thrust into action for a nationally televised matchup against a Bill Belichick-led defense.
SWR's offense explodes before the half
Shoreham-Wading River wasted no time getting on the scoreboard early and often this week in their dominant win over Port Jefferson.
Sachem North ends the season streaking
It was a cold and windy Halloween night at Fred Fusaro Alumni Stadium, but that didn’t stop Sachem North from extending their season-long winning streak.
Ward Melville gets a shutout in the season finale
The Ward Melville Patriots concluded their regular season in dominant fashion, finishing with an impressive 7-1 overall record.
Shoreham-Wading River soccer remains perfect
The Shoreham-Wading River boys’ soccer team ended its regular season the same way it played all year — with another victory.
Hills East win their 5th in a row
Half Hollow Hills East continued its impressive surge this week, improving its record to 5-2 and extending its winning streak to five straight games. After a slow start to the season, the Thunderbirds have found their rhythm and are now one of the hottest teams in the league.
William Floyd sisters earn All-State honors
William Floyd High School juniors Anabel Van Cott and Lydia Van Cott, under the leadership of two-time USTA Coach of the Year Dave Pia, earned All-State honors after finishing second in the Suffolk County Doubles Tournament held at Smithtown East on October 18–19.
Trump & Japanese PM watch the World Series
The World Series this season has truly become a global event, and the ratings reflect that growing international appeal.
Port Jeff has a new school record holder
Port Jefferson senior McKayla Pollard made history last week, setting a new school record and cementing her legacy as one of the greatest athletes in the program’s history.
LaRocca reaches 2,000 yards in win
Winning on the road is always difficult but doing it during another team’s homecoming is especially challenging. That’s exactly what Sachem North accomplished this week, earning a hard-fought 24-14 victory over Longwood.
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