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McGuire Wins Offensive Player of the Year
At a recent awards dinner, senior captain of the Eastport South Manor varsity field hockey team, Molly McGuire, was selected as the Suffolk County Division II Offensive Player of the Year. McGuire also earned All-State honors, further cementing her status as one of the county’s elite players. Throughout the season, she proved to be one of Suffolk County’s most dangerous offensive threats, consistently creating scoring chances and producing at a high level.
Eagles Swimmer Headed to Division 1
This past season was a banner year for Rocky Point swimmer Andraya Giagios, as she established herself as one of the top competitors in New York State. Giagios swims for the Sachem Swim Club and has recently made a verbal commitment to Stonehill College, where she will continue both her athletic and academic career at the Division I level.
Seawolves Lax Debut at #16
The Stony Brook women’s lacrosse program earned its first national ranking of the year, checking in at No. 16 in the USA Lacrosse Division I Women’s Preseason Top 20, as released by USA Lacrosse Magazine. The ranking reflects the program’s continued rise and sustained success on the national stage.
Hills West Wins Alexander Aurrichio Memorial Tournament
This past week, the Hills West Basketball Booster Club sponsored the 2025 Alexander Aurrichio Memorial Holiday Tournament at Half Hollow Hills High School West.
Ducks Hit Home Runs for Hunger
The Long Island Ducks have done it again as their long balls have given back to the community. The Ducks joined representatives from Fairfield Properties and three local food banks and nonprofit organizations over the holiday to celebrate a successful “Home Runs for Hunger” program during the Ducks’ 2025 season. The initiative once again highlighted the strong commitment both organizations have to supporting the Long Island community.
New Blood for College Football
And then there were four. The College Football Playoff has seen major shakeups, and now only four teams remain, creating a field that has surprised nearly everyone. Indiana came out of nowhere and earned the top seed after humiliating Alabama. Ole Miss is pulling off magic despite not having its head coach and also knocked off an SEC stalwart.
Ducks Give Back for the Holidays
Just before Christmas, members of the Long Island Ducks visited children in pediatric units at multiple area hospitals to deliver donated toys and spread holiday cheer throughout the community.
Half Hollow Hills Freshman Heads to the Olympics
This past season, Hills West freshman and varsity fencing team member Bhairavi “Bhavi” Khanna achieved a major milestone by qualifying for the 2026 Junior Olympics. The prestigious event will take place this January in Kansas City, Missouri, and is considered one of the premier fencing competitions on the national calendar.
Run, Ronald, Run
While most people are counting their fantasy football winnings this week, true fantasy baseball enthusiasts are already scouring the sports pages for any nugget of information that could provide an edge heading into next year’s draft.
Soccer Refs Needed Across L.I.
Have you ever thought about becoming a referee? Youth sports on Long Island are in need of officials, and opportunities are available for new referees to get involved. The continued growth of programs within the Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association (ENYYSA) has created a constant demand for certified soccer referees.
Miller Place Duo on the Scoring Leaderboard
Miller Place basketball features two of Suffolk County’s top 25 scorers this season in Dylan Riegel and Ryan Khezri, an impressive distinction that places the Panthers among an elite group.
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.
New York Jets Helping Woman's Flag Football
Earlier this month, the Betty Wold Johnson Foundation announced a groundbreaking $1 million grant to the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) that will transform the landscape of women’s flag football.
Smithtown Bowling is "Turney" Heads
Abby Turney has not only helped lead the Smithtown bowling team to an unbeaten record this season, but she and her teammates have been absolutely rolling over their opponents. Smithtown sits at an impressive 4–0 on the young campaign, and it is not just the wins that stand out, but the dominant fashion in which they have come.
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
Hernandez Sisters Make Girls Wrestling History
This past week, history was made for girls wrestling on Long Island at the 2025 St. Anthony’s Friar Bash Invitational. For the first time in the tournament’s history, three sisters entered the prestigious event—and all three left as champions.
104-Year-Old Vet Wows the Islanders Crowd
This past weekend at the Rangers–Islanders game, the hockey crowd received a remarkable surprise when 104-year-old Staff Sergeant Dominick Critelli took center stage to perform the national anthem.
Has JSN Already Won?
The NFL’s Offensive Player of the Year award has essentially become the honor for the best player in football who is not a quarterback. The MVP has been an almost exclusive quarterback award for years. Even historic seasons from Christian McCaffrey, Derrick Henry, Michael Thomas, and last year’s outstanding campaign by Ja’Marr Chase barely received serious MVP consideration. Instead, those players were recognized with Offensive Player of the Year honors.
Who's Closing in LA?
When fantasy managers are asked the question, “Who’s closing in LA?” the immediate response is usually simple. Edwin Díaz just signed a massive contract, and he will be the unquestioned endgame stopper for the Dodgers. But there is another Los Angeles team, and while they have not helped many fantasy rosters lately, they still need someone to handle the ninth inning. So the question becomes, “Who’s closing in LA—no, the other LA?” The answer is far from clear.
Savannah Pantry Leads William Floyd
There was never much doubt that William Floyd’s Savannah Pantry was going to turn heads this season. Already regarded as one of the top players in Suffolk County, Pantry has recently taken her game to another level, catching fire as the early portion of the season unfolds. Her dominant performances have helped lead the Colonials to an unbeaten start and have showcased just how complete her skill set has become.
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West Indian Advocacy Group Accuses NYC Officials of Discrimination
The West Indian Semaroon Tribe has launched a legal battle against New York City officials over alleged constitutional violations and discrimination related to cannabis enforcement policies.