Category Archives: Section XI News

Section XI Alumni: Coan Leads Wisconsin in Pinstripe Bowl

Sayville native Jack Coan put together a lasting memory as he led Wisconsin to a 35-3 victory over Miami in this year’s Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium.

The sophomore opened the game with a 35-yard touchdown pass to Kendric Taylor and the Badgers never let up. He also ran for a 7-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter.

Coan played in five games this year, going 56 of 93 for 515 yards and he threw for five touchdowns and three interceptions.

Ward Melville Coaches Petrucci, Negus Honored

It’s been a good month for Ward Melville coaches Lou Petrucci and Jay Negus. Both took home top honors in their respective sports.

The New York Hot Stove League of Professional Baseball Scouts has named Lou Petrucci the 2019 recipient of the Steve Lembo Memorial Award for meritorious service to the national pastime at the amateur level.

Coach Petrucci will be a part of the dais that in the past has honored Willie Randolph, Steven Matz, John Flaherty and Dellin Betances just to name a few of the Major League players.  Coach Petrucci was selected by a committee that represents more than eight states in the Northeast area.  The 54th annual dinner will be held at Leonard’s of Great Neck on Jan. 25, 2019.

At the National Interscholastic Lacrosse Coaches Association “Prep School Lacrosse Showcase”, Negus was presented with his 2018 Coach of the Year Award.

In 2018, the 21-1, Ward Melville lacrosse team won its second consecutive Class A, New York State Championship. This was Negus’ fifth season at the helm of the Patriots.  The Ward Melville graduate, has compiled a 88-16 overall record since taking over in 2014.