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A Seawolves Legend Hangs Em Up
Stony Brook women’s lacrosse legend Kylie Ohlmiller ’18 announced her retirement from the sport on January 22, bringing to a close one of the most accomplished careers in lacrosse history.
William Floyd Track Earns League 1 Title
The William Floyd High School boys’ varsity track team has clinched the League I winter track championship. Under the leadership of head coach Ed Noll described the achievement as a “total team effort,” noting that every athlete played a role in securing the overall title.
Ducks Welcome Back a Suffolk County Star
The Long Island Ducks announced the signings of Suffolk native pitcher and infielder Chad Pike and pitcher Jacob Asa. Both players begin their second season with the Ducks and third in baseball.
Everything that is Old is New Again
The stage is set for Super Bowl 2026, as fans will get a rematch of Super Bowl XLIX with the Seahawks facing the Patriots. The opening line, released immediately after Seattle’s conference championship win, listed the Seahawks as 3.5-point favorites. Within the first hour, it was difficult to find many bettors willing to back New England.
Half Hollow Hills Fencing as Dominant as Ever
The Half Hollow Hills boys fencing team has clinched the League I Championship, further cementing its status as one of the premier programs on Long Island. With the title secured, the team has now captured its fourth consecutive league championship, continuing a stretch of dominance that has defined the program in recent seasons.
Burgueno Chooses to Stay Close to Home
This past week, Ward Melville senior Elliot Burgueno was honored at the All-American ceremony for high school and college All-Americans at the National Soccer Convention in Philadelphia and also made an important decision on where he will play next year.
Sachem North Wins 1st League Title Since 2013
The Sachem North wrestling team has captured its first League II Championship in more than a decade, earning the program’s first league title since 2013. The milestone victory capped off a dominant regular season for the Arrows, who rose to every challenge placed in front of them throughout the winter.
Coach Healey Wins His Milestone 100th
William Floyd High School varsity bowling head coach James Healey recently reached a personal milestone by earning his 100th career victory in a 34-2 win over Bellport. During the match, senior Nicholas Powers rolled a game-high 255, while sophomore Gino Conforti added a strong 224, helping secure the landmark victory for both the coach and the program.
Bellport Girls are Off and Running
The Bellport girls varsity winter track season is off to an impressive start, with multiple athletes turning in top performances across several events. n fact, some of the girls have been historically good to begin the new year. Senior Arielle Ross has led the way early, posting one of the strongest runs in program history.
He's Back - The Ducks Resign Flores
The Long Island Ducks have announced the signing of catcher Ronaldo Flores, marking his return for a second season with the club and his seventh year in professional baseball.
Roberts Talents are There but is he Worth the ADP?
The New York Mets traded for talent this week and landed one of the most physically gifted players in baseball when they acquired Luis Robert Jr. from the White Sox.
Belli Back to the Bronx
The New York Yankees believed they had the best offer on the table for their star outfielder to return and chose not to budge during negotiations. In the end, that strategy proved successful, as Cody Bellinger and the Yankees agreed Wednesday to a five-year, $162.5 million contract that keeps him in pinstripes for the foreseeable future.
Hills West Girls Track Team Impresses Again
The Hills West girls indoor track team had a strong day of competition this season at the Stanner Games, delivering several standout performances against elite competition.
Peters Jumps into a New Record
Ramelo Peters of the Half Hollow Hills East boys winter track team broke a long-standing school record this week with an outstanding performance in the pole vault. Peters cleared 13 feet, officially surpassing a record that had stood for seven years. The jump not only set a new school mark but also ranks him second overall in Suffolk County this season.
Bowling Brothers Win Again
Eastport-South Manor varsity bowlers Alex and Logan Silbert captured first place at the Long Island High School Class A Doubles Tournament earlier this month, finishing with a combined score of 1,733 pins.
Stidham Changes the Odds Quickly
Quarterback Bo Nix suffered a broken ankle as the Denver Broncos punched their ticket to the AFC Championship Game, immediately sending shockwaves through the betting market.
Miller Place Keeps the Paddle
This past week, an old rivalry was renewed, and Miller Place once again came out on top. In a highly anticipated matchup against Mount Sinai, the Miller Place Panthers captured the ninth annual “Battle for the Paddle” with an impressive 44–19 victory over the Mustangs.
There's a New Man in Charge
After a couple of days of waiting for the news to be officially released and the paperwork signed, the New York Giants and John Harbaugh finalized their deal this weekend, making him the next head coach of the franchise.
Bo Knows Fantasy
This week, the New York Mets lost out on Kyle Tucker and quickly pivoted to Bo Bichette, and for fantasy purposes, this is an absolute win for Bichette managers and those targeting the star. You will hear talk that Bichette is switching positions, and long term that is why some teams were hesitant to commit to lengthy contracts, but for fantasy players, that should not matter at all.
Ex-Giants and Jets Wife Runs for Congress
The wife of former New York Giants and New York Jets wide receiver Plaxico Burress has announced her run for New Jersey’s 9th Congressional District. Attorney and former Penn State athlete Tiffany Burress is seeking the seat currently held by Rep. Nellie Pou.
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Milestone Reached for Aschettino
A new milestone was reached this week when Taylor Aschettino recorded her 100th career hit for the Rocky Point Eagles in a victory over West Babylon Eagles.