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Bay Shore Student-Athletes Join Elementary March Book Madness as Mystery Readers

March Book Madness got an exciting boost this year at Gardiner Manor Elementary School, thanks to a special group of student-athletes from Bay Shore High School.

A big shoutout goes to Shani Clark, Briana Sierra, Lily Gargan, Khaleis London, Carter Wilson, Corey Faines, Niall Haughney, and Armani Smith from the boys and girls basketball teams, who stepped up as Mystery Readers for the event.

March Book Madness is a tournament-style reading competition in which books compete head-to-head, and students cast their votes for their favorites—all while sharpening essential reading skills. The presence of these talented athletes added an extra layer of fun and inspiration, as they took time out of their busy schedules to read aloud and connect with younger students.

The visit was a slam dunk for readers and the listeners, proving teamwork and leadership extend far beyond the court.

Support Marty Lyons Foundation, Win Luxury Beach Front Rental

Fleur de la Mer is a luxurious vacation beachfront rental with 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, nestled in the exclusive Palm Cove community of Sunset Beach, North Carolina.

This elegant property offers breathtaking 270-degree views of the Atlantic Ocean, Tubbs Inlet, and Jinks Creek, providing an unparalleled coastal experience – plus the beach is literally just steps from the backyard.

WIN an Experience & Create Memories!

Tickets are $20 each or 6 for $100

Proceeds will help grant wishes to children with critical illnesses.

Drawing will be held on July 14th, 2025
LIVE on our Facebook & Instagram Pages!!
The winner need not be present to claim a prize.

Please call the MLF office at 631-543-9474 to coordinate your stay, review exclusions, and blackout dates (May 15 – Sept. 15, 2025).

The winner is responsible for all applicable taxes and travel to & from the premises.

Purchases of raffle tickets are not tax deductible.
Prize is non-transferable and can NOT be exchanged for a cash prize.

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SCBCA Remembers Longtime Port Jeff Coach Al Desiderio

Before a scrimmage against Amityville, the Suffolk County Baseball Coaches Association honored legendary Coach Al Desiderio.

Coach Desi’s family and Port Jeff alumni were invited onto the field, and former coaches spoke about the lasting impact Coach Desi had on his players and fellow coaches.

The ceremony culminated with Coach Desi’s son, Ronny, throwing out the ceremonial first pitch. It was a beautiful day to honor Coach Desi’s incredible legacy.

He was a business teacher and coach for the Port Jefferson School District from 1958 to 1995.

Coach Desi is the longest-tenured high school baseball coach in Suffolk County’s history, having coached at Port Jefferson for 37 years. He has coached his teams to over 400 wins, including 10 league championships and 20 playoff appearances.

He was inducted into the Suffolk County Sports Hall of Fame in 1997. Desi was also a professor of business management at Suffolk County Community College for over 40 years.

Always willing to help others, he was involved with the Miracle League of Long Island and helped bring the first softball team to Suffolk County for autistic and handicapped children.

Lax Out Cancer is May 10 at SWR

Lax Out Cancer is an annual lacrosse fundraising event which recognizes local families who are battling cancer and raises money to help them fight.

It is run completely by volunteers. Lax Out Cancer began in 2009 when the Shoreham Wading River lacrosse community raised money for a family of a local child battling cancer.

This amazing fundraiser has become an annual event and every year it has attracted more attention, volunteers, and contributors. 5% of the proceeds will be donated to the Boys Lacrosse Program & 5 % will be donated to the Girls Lacrosse Program.

Learn more about the May 10 event.