The Bayport–Blue Point Phantoms are officially your Suffolk County champions. The Phantoms defeated Babylon, 23–14, to capture their fourth straight Suffolk Division IV football championship last week at Stony Brook University. Although Bayport–Blue Point entered the game as the reigning champions, they didn’t make things easy on themselves early on. The team fell into a two-touchdown deficit in the first half as Babylon came out strong, capitalizing on field position and early momentum. However, the Phantoms refused to panic, regrouping at halftime and emerging with a renewed focus that completely shifted the direction of the game.
The defense was absolutely dominant in the second half, shutting out Babylon and delivering several key stops that fueled the comeback. Their physical play, pressure on the quarterback, and ability to limit big gains gave the offense the time and field position it needed to take control. Colin Clark led the way on offense, finishing the afternoon with 25 carries for 125 yards on the ground. His toughness and consistency proved essential, especially on the final drive of the game.
On that decisive possession, Clark rushed for 45 yards on nine carries, including a crucial 5-yard touchdown that sealed the victory and completed the comeback. His late-game performance showcased both endurance and leadership at a moment when the Phantoms needed it most. With the win, Bayport–Blue Point improves to 9–2 overall and continues its pursuit of postseason glory.
Next, the Phantoms will face Seaford in the Long Island Class IV Championship Game at 4:30 p.m. on November 29 at Stony Brook University. The matchup promises to be a highly competitive showdown, and Bayport–Blue Point will look to carry its second-half momentum and championship experience into one more title opportunity as they aim to extend their remarkable run of success.