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The Fantasy Baseball Experience - The Tale of Two Cards
The St. Louis Cardinals have made themselves a reputation of developing tremendous young talent and always being in contention. Their franchise has been dubbed as one of the most consistent and from a fantasy perspective there were always stars littered around the ball club.
2025 New York Jets Preview
Out with the old and in with the new is the theme of this 2025 version of the New York Jets. Gang Green parted ways with their old QB Aaron Rodgers, who they pushed all their chips in on, and they will have a new head coach on the sidelines as well.
2025 New York Giants Preview
The New York Giants have made wholesale changes and when we look at the 2025 installation of this Giants team it should look vastly different than we have watched.
Week 1 By the Numbers
Week one in the NFL is here and for sports bettors it's like Christmas in September. It's a new year and a new chance to make some money, but early season pitfalls often doom bettors. On the flip side getting off to a hot start in week one can set the tone for a very profitable season ahead.
Johnny Mac Pro-Am Brings in Big Money
This past week the Johnny Mac Tennis Project Annual Pro-Am was held at Sportime in Amagansett. The event raised more than a half a million dollars, which will go toward the organization's mission to remove economic, racial, and social barriers to success through tennis by providing access to the sport.
Tex Runs for Congress
Former New York Yankee Mark Teixeira has launched his campaign for Texas’ 21st Congressional District this week. Tex became one of the first Republicans to declare for the Central Texas district since the incumbent, Rep. Chip Roy, announced he would give up the seat to run for attorney general.
Dylan Laube's Versatility Stands Out
This week the Raiders had some tough roster cuts, but when all was said and done Long Islander Dylan Laube will be a part of their 53-man roster. Las Vegas had some major shakeups, especially on the offensive side of the ball in the off season. They hired a new coach and staff, have made Geno Smith their new franchise QB and took a star running back in the first round.
Smithtown West's Stars Choose Their Next Destination
The college football season might be just getting started and the NFL is just days away from getting underway but high school commitment season is fully underway and doesn't take any time off.
Aschettino Chooses Her Next Stop
Rocky Point's own Taylor Aschettino has chosen her next stop in her career. Aschettino announced that she has committed to Division III Western Connecticut State University.
Yankees Will Host the Mets on the 25th Anniversary of 9-11
The Major League Baseball schedule makers got one right in a big way. The MLB schedule for 2026 was released this week and while many fan bases are skimming through the schedule to see how the schedule makers hurt their team with travel or road trips and the like, the schedule makers made sure to get the most important date right.
The Yankees Schedule Takes a Toll on Fans Emotions
The New York Yankees this season seem to have been playing with fans emotions from one series to the next. It's like a yo-yo with doom and gloom, followed by blue skies and rainbows, but as a fan it's hard not to get caught up in the up and down.
Hitting Home Runs For Heroes
This week the Jibaritos with Troops Fourth Annual Charity Softball game took place for a great cause in Holtsville. The event was dubbed 'Hitting Home Runs for Heros' and the day was full of festivities. From face painting for the children to food and family activities there was something for everyone. But the real fun began with the charity softball game.
Week 1 in College Football Presents Some Value
Week zero is in the books, and yes it feels weird typing that, and the 2025 College Football season is off and running. While last week's slate of games proved entertaining, many of us could care less about most of the matchups. That is not the case in the official Week 1 of College Football this weekend.
The Fantasy Baseball Experience - Go Get Em!
The dog days of summer are slowing coming to an end and most fantasy managers have their eye on making that late push to claim the title. That late push often comes with some keen late season additions and acquisitions. Many leagues will have their trade deadline coming up this week, but even if you missed the deadline the waiver wire can always make or break your season late in August and into September.
Trump Brings FIFA To D.C.
President Trump is bringing potentially the biggest sporting event to the United States. The draw for the 2026 FIFA men's World Cup will take place at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.. The announcement was made from the Oval Office by President Donald Trump for the December 5th event.
Stony Brook's Gilardi Helps Team USA Beat Canada
This week two of Stony Brook University's own faced off in the 2025 World Lacrosse Men’s U20 Championship. Head coach Anthony Gilardi, who was named coach of Team USA faced off against Brendan Marino, from Team Canada.
Suffolk Officer Throws A Perfect Strike
Suffolk County Police Officer Brendon Gallagher threw out the first pitch at Citi Field on this weekend when the New York Mets took on the Seattle Mariners.
Sachem On The National Stage
Sachem High School has produced some outstanding athletes but what was accomplished this week has to be near the top of the list for alumni accomplishments.
Stony Brook Ranks Inside the Top 25
This Labor Day weekend the Stony Brook football team will play their first game of the season, and they may have never had higher expectations than they do right now.
A True Inspiration Returns To Sachem
Sachem had a very special guest this summer when alum and University of Louisville women’s soccer coach Karen Ferguson-Dayes (Class of ’90) returned to the school to speak with the Sachem East and Sachem North girls’ soccer teams.
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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.
SWR Field Hockey continue to roll
The Shoreham-Wading River girls’ field hockey team is off to a fantastic start to the 2025 season, combining a stifling defense with an explosive offense to establish themselves as one of Suffolk County’s top contenders.
Tunnel 2 Towers run brings out the best of the best
This week, FDNY members, New Yorkers, and thousands of visitors from across the country came together to participate in the annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run/Walk in New York City.