Category Archives: Section XI News

Three from Section XI Headed to NFL

Three Section XI alumni have reached the latest step in their dreams to play in the NFL.

Dylan Laube from Westhampton Beach and Matt Goncalves from Eastport South Manor were both drafted, and JJ Laap signed a free-agent contract.

Goncalves, out of Pittsburgh, was drafted by the Colts in the third round, 79th overall. Laube, out of New Hampshire, was drafted by the Raiders in the sixth round, 208th overall. Laap, out of Cortland, signed with the Rams.

Good luck to all three on their journey!

Lindenhurst Hosts Lax Game in Honor of Morgan’s Message

On Thursday, April 25, the Lindenhurst Girls Varsity Lacrosse team, led by head coach – Mike McGuire and assistant coach – Danielle Santagato – ran a Morgan’s Message event organized by seniors Nina Tantillo, Emma Colford, and Isabella Wolff to promote Student-Athlete Mental Health and overall Wellness.

The Bulldogs were joined by coaches and team members of the Lindenhurst Youth Community Lacrosse League (made up of athletes from 1st grade through 7th).
Prior to the game, all attendees colored a Morgan’s Message Butterfly to self-reflect on mental health and wellness.