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Beer Is on The Menu for the Ducks
The Ducks have added some flavor to their lineup by signing infielder Seth Beer. Beer begins his first season with the Ducks and seventh in professional baseball.
Gilroy Pitches A Gem
Danny Gilroy led Center Moriches baseball over Pierson 8-0 on Tuesday night.
Former Met and Yankee Pitcher Dies Tragically
Former New York Yankee and New York Met pitcher Octavio Dotel has died in Dominic Republic, the country's government has confirmed.
An Early Look To the 2026 Brackets
The blue and green confetti is done falling, we have watched endless Gator chomps, and after what will be remembered as an all #1's NCAA Tournament it's time to turn the page and take a glance at next season.
Fantasy Baseball - Post Hype Sleepers at 1B
Traditionally first base has been a big contributor for fantasy players. The first base position is usually littered with big power producers and 30 homer, 100 RBI seasons were the norm for a while.
Rain or Shine Its Opening Day!
Opening Day always has a special feel to it but if you are a little leaguer, it somehow feels that much more special. The rain this weekend did not deter the little ball players from taking the field and getting dirty, or in this case muddy.
Two Baseball Programs Hit Milestones
Two storied baseball programs in Suffolk reached milestones this week.
Hockey History Is Made on Long Island
Hockey history was made Sunday afternoon in Elmont when the sports world watched one of the greatest records get broken.
The 25th Anniversary Team Adds Two More Members
The Ducks keep filling up their 25th Anniversary team and have added two more members this past week.
Coach Migliozzi Wins #450
Half Hollow Hills West Baseball Coach Tom Migliozzi's has reached a milestone with his 450th career victory.
The Dragons Add a Suffolk Coach to the Staff New
The New York Dragons are assembling their coaching staff and have named an original Dragon to the staff. Sean Tremblay has been chosen as an assistant coach.
Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer Wins Alumni Award
Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer and Science Teacher Claudine Weiner recently was awarded the Outstanding Alumni Award from Stony Brook University.
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.
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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.