Category Archives: Section XI News
Miller Place’s Ava Fedrich Earns NYSPHSAA Sportmanship Award
Ava Fedrich, a senior from the Miller Place High School Varsity Softball team, was awarded the 2025 NYSPHSAA Sportsmanship Award.
This award was presented to Ava after the Miller Place Panthers clinched their win over Maine Endwell at the New York State Class A Semifinals.
Shortly after earning the honor in June, the Miller Place Panthers took home the State Championship.
This was the second year in a row that Ava was awarded this honor.
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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!