Shoreham-Wading River High School News
Shoreham-Wading River High School News
Coach Longo is Back on the Sidelines
The winningest coach in Suffolk County football history has chosen a new school. Paul Longo will take over the football program at Shoreham-Wading River following his legendary career at William Floyd. Longo is expected to be officially named the Wildcats’ new head football coach pending approval by the Shoreham-Wading River Board of Education later this week.
Mangano Makes More History
Shoreham-Wading River wrestler Gavin Mangano added another historic achievement to his résumé by capturing his fourth Eastern States Classic championship. Widely regarded as the toughest in-season wrestling tournament in the East, the Eastern States Classic once again showcased Mangano’s dominance on the mat.
Wildcats Defense Has Them Unbeaten
There are just five undefeated teams remaining in Suffolk County girls basketball this season, and standing at the top of the mountain are the Shoreham-Wading River Wildcats.
The Wildcats Win the Mountain Duals Title
The Shoreham-Wading River Wrestling Team captured the 2025 Mountain Duals title, continuing what has already been a remarkable season for the Wildcats. Shoreham-Wading River was in peak form throughout the tournament, finishing a perfect 6-0 against elite competition
Coach Gleason is Still Helping Others
Former Shoreham-Wading River coach Liam Gleason delivered one final act of selflessness and generosity that continues to change lives. The beloved Siena College men’s lacrosse coach, who passed away last month, helped save four people through organ donation. Gleason was a registered organ donor, and WNYT confirmed with the Center for Organ Donation that four individuals received life-saving transplants as a result of his decision.
SWR Wins the White Plains Tiger Invitational
The Shoreham-Wading River varsity wrestling team captured the team championship at the White Plains Tiger Invitational this week, delivering a dominant performance against strong competition. The Wildcats defeated 11 other teams representing Section I, Section IX, and the Catholic High School Athletic Association, showcasing their depth, toughness, and consistency throughout the tournament.
Suffolk Wrestling Producing Stars
Earlier this month, Sports Illustrated released its updated National Pre-Season Rankings for both boys’ and girls’ wrestling, offering an early look at the top high school competitors across the country. Among the nation’s elite were 25 athletes from New York, each earning a place inside the top 30 and highlighting the state’s continued strength in the sport.
Tragedy Strikes Long Island Coach
Wading River’s own Liam Gleason, the Siena University men’s lacrosse coach, died Wednesday at Albany Medical Center, three days after suffering a severe head injury from a fall at his home.
SWR Cheerleading finishes strong in the championship
The Shoreham–Wading River Wildcats Game Day Cheerleading Team were named the runners-up at this year’s NYSPHSAA Game Day State Championships, marking another milestone in what has quickly become an impressive and rapidly growing program. The team has performed incredibly well throughout the season, showing dedication, spirit, and skill as they continued to build upon last year’s success. After placing fourth in 2023, the Wildcats made a significant leap this year, finishing second in Class C with an outstanding score of 85.90
SWR gymnasts advancing to the County Championship
Shoreham Wading River's Gia Politi and Alyssa Wood are advancing to the Suffolk County Gymnastics Championships. As integral members of the combined William Floyd/Longwood/SWR team this season, their contributions helped the squad achieve an outstanding 9-1 record and earn a fantastic second-place finish in League 1.
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.
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.
Mangano chooses the Nittany Lions
Shoreham-Wading River’s standout wrestler Gavin Mangano has officially chosen his next stop.
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.
SWR to host the Gilmore Game
The Shoreham-Wading River school district lost a member of their family, and the district is determined to make sure that coach Adrian Gilmore's legacy will live on and thrive.
SWR Coach Reaches 300th Win
Shoreham Wading River's varsity girls' tennis coach Debbie Lutjen has won her 300th game.
SWR Leads The Weekend in Scoring
On an opening weekend of Suffolk County football that saw six teams score 40 or more points and three teams score into the 50's it was Shoreham Wading River who stood alone at the top of the scoring by putting up a 60 spot in an 60-21 win over Center Moriches.
SWR Gets a New AD
Shoreham-Wading River Central School District has a new Athletic Director. The district has hired Deb Ferry to lead the Wildcats.
SWR Announces New AD
"Ms. Ferry brings extensive educational and athletic leadership experience from her previous role as director of athletics at Half Hollow Hills Central School District."
SWR Honors Their Dellecave Nominees
Seniors Haylie Abrams and Patrick Shea have received nominations from their school for the 23rd annual Dellecave Awards.
Daily Feed
Blakeman Vows Hochul Must Go in Conservative Keynote
Former President Donald Trump called Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman just before he took the stage at the New York State Conservative Party conference in Albany, giving the Republican gubernatorial hopeful an extra burst of momentum before he took the stage as keynote speaker.
Borrello Calls Conservatives ‘Warriors’ in Albany Speech
NYS State Senator George Borrello delivered a fiery call to action at the New York State Conservative Party’s annual conference in Albany, portraying conservatives as embattled “warriors” fighting what he described as an ideological takeover in state government.
Faso Updates Conservatives on Malliotakis Redistricting Fight
Former Congressman John Faso warned conservatives that New York Democrats are mounting what he called a “scam” to redraw the state’s only Republican-held New York City congressional district, a legal fight that could threaten Rep. Nicole Malliotakis’ seat on Staten Island and in Brooklyn.