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BBP Volleyball Coach Toni McKinnon Reaches 300 Career Wins
Bayport-Blue Point’s volleyball coach, McKinnon, just set a new Bayport-Blue Point school record by reaching 300 career wins.
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John Glenn AD Dave Shanahan to Retire
Longtime John Glenn Athletic Director Dave Shanahan is retiring after 30 years at the high school as a physical education teacher, athletic director and football coach.
He will remain in the AD position as an interim for the 2025-2026 school year before stepping away fully from the district.
Congratulations on a strong run, several championships and making a difference in the lives of countless student-athletes from Elwood Schools!
Section XI Schools Named NYSPHSAA Schools of Distinction and Excellence
The NYSPHSAA is proud to recognize the Schools of Distinction and Excellence for the 2024-2025 school year.
To be recognized as a School of Distinction, a school must apply for the honor and have 100% of its varsity teams earn the Scholar-Athlete Team Award during their respective sports seasons. The School of Excellence designation is awarded to schools that apply and have at least 75% of their varsity teams achieve this same academic recognition.
Winning schools will receive their commemorative awards at their local athletic director workshop this fall. To be eligible to receive these prestigious awards, schools must apply following the spring submission of the Scholar-Athlete each school year.
The complete list of School of Distinction and School of Excellence Award winners can be viewed by using the links below.
Greenport Earns NYSPHSAA Sportsmanship Honor
Greenport has been recognized as a 2024-25 School of Distinction and is one of only four schools in New York State to receive the NYSPHSAA Sportsmanship Promotion Banner Award.
Greenport High School proudly celebrates student-athletes and teams who exemplify outstanding sportsmanship by recognizing them at Board of Education meetings, providing a meaningful platform for community-wide acknowledgment.
Reinforcing its commitment to the principles of fair play and respect, the district takes the message of “Staying in the Game” seriously.
Any student-athlete or coach ejected from an athletic event must meet with the Athletic Director to reflect on their actions and review any additional consequences before being cleared to return.
In some instances involving parents, a meeting with the Superintendent may also be required before reinstatement, emphasizing the district’s firm stance on accountability and positive behavior in school athletics.
“We are incredibly proud to receive this recognition from NYSPHSAA. This award reflects the shared commitment of our coaches, athletes, families, and entire school community to uphold the highest standards of sportsmanship both on and off the field,” said Greenport Athletic Director Brian Toussaint. “As a small school, we take great pride in the character of our student-athletes and the strong sense of community that defines Greenport Athletics.”
Congratulations to their students, coaches, and community for setting the standard!
Jets RB Breece Hall Hosts Football Clinic at Bellport HS
New York Jets’ running back Breece Hall hosted a one-day football clinic at Bellport High School.
Hosted by Flex Sports Management, Breece was engaging, worked with the kids, shared stories, and provided an excellent experience for everyone in attendance.
He even got to meet legendary Bellport Football coach Joe Cipp!
Frusco, Ramnarace Selected on Day 2 of MLB Draft
Two more Suffolk County natives were selected on the second day of the MLB Draft.
The Royals selected Brentwood’s Randy Ramnarace, a pitcher, out of the University of New Haven in the 16th round.
The Pirates selected Miller Place’s Nick Frusco, a pitcher, in the 20th round.
They join Michael Oliveto (Tigers, Hauppauge) and Cody Miller (Braves, Rocky Point), who were drafted one day prior.
Congrats to all and thanks for making Section XI proud!
Suffolk County Natives Oliveto, Miller Taken Early in MLB Draft
Section XI to the pros!
Congrats to Hauppauge’s Michael Oliveto and Rocky Point’s Cody Miller (East Tennessee State) on being selected by teams in the MLB Draft’s opening rounds.
The Tigers made Oliveto, a catcher, the 34th overall pick. The Braves took Miller, a shortstop, with the 96th pick.
Several Suffolk County natives are still on the draft board and are expected to be picked in upcoming rounds. Good luck to all!
Miller Place’s Jillian Scully Named NYS Girls Track and Field Athlete of the Year
In its 40th year of honoring the nation’s most elite high school athletes, Gatorade announced Jillian Scully of Miller Place High School is the 2024-25 Gatorade New York Girls Track & Field Athlete of the Year.
Gatorade Player of the Year is the top honor in high school sports, celebrating the nation’s best high school athletes for their success on the field, in the classroom, and in the community. The award distinguishes Scully as New York’s best high school girls’ track & field athlete, and she joins an impressive group of alumni that spans CEOs, coaches, and star athletes.
The 6-foot-1 senior throws specialist established a state record in the discus at the Section XI State Qualifier meet this past season, and her effort of 184 feet, 2 inches ranked No. 1 nationally among prep girls competitors this spring and tied for No. 8 in U.S. prep history.
Scully earned All-American honors at Nike Outdoor Nationals as she placed third in the discus. She posted a personal best throw of 46-6.25 in the shot put at the Section XI County 4B Championships, which ranked No. 36 nationally, and also won the discus and shot put at the Class B state meet.
Scully has donated her time extensively to the Thomas Scully Foundation, named after her older brother, who died from cancer in 2016 at the age of 12. The foundation provides support to families with children who are ill and raises funds to benefit pediatric cancer research and treatment. She has also volunteered locally with the Natural Helpers Club, a peer mentorship program for at-risk students.
“Jillian Scully entered rarefied air in the discus throw this
spring, delivering one of the most prolific tosses in prep history to capture national attention,” said Rich Gonzalez, editor of PrepCalTrack.com.“She capped her year by then earning All-American status and a bronze medal at Nike
Outdoor Nationals.”
Scully has maintained a B average in the classroom. She has signed a written letter of athletic aid to compete at Louisiana State University this fall.
The Gatorade Player of the Year program annually recognizes one winner in the District of Columbia and each of the 50 states across 12 different high school sports – football, girls volleyball, boys and girls cross country, boys and girls basketball, boys and girls soccer, baseball, softball, and boys and girls track & field – and awards one National Player of the Year in each sport.
The selection process is administered by the Gatorade Player of the Year Selection Committee, which leverages experts including coaches, scouts, media and others as sources to help evaluate and determine the state winners in each sport.
As part of Gatorade’s commitment to breaking down barriers in sport, every Player of the Year also receives a grant to donate to a social impact partner. To date, the Gatorade Player of the Year program has awarded more than $5.6 million in grants to winners across over 2,000 organizations.
Orlin and Cohen Sports Medicine Tips – Sun Safety and Hydration
