Port Jefferson senior pitcher Kyle Erickson threw a no-hitter and recorded nine strikeouts in 10-0 over Amityville in April. Congrats on the milestone, Kyle!
Category Archives: Section XI News
Bay Shore Turf Named in Honor of Allison & John Pfeffer
The turf two field at Bay Shore High School was recently named in honor of former Marauder coaches Allison & John Pfeffer.
“They were more than coaches… they were great role models for so many athletes! #ItsAShoreThing”
Allison and John were longtime coaches at Bay Shore across multiple sports. They were inducted into the Suffolk Sports Hall of Fame in 2022.
Whitman’s Jaden Grose Throws No-Hitter vs. Pat-Med
Whitman sophomore Jaden Grose pitched a no-hitter in a 6-0 win over Pat-Med in April.
Grose had 14 strikeouts and two walks in the victory.
Deb Ferry Voted NYSPHSAA Officer
Half Hollow Hills Athletic Director Debra Ferry was approved as the next NYSPHSAA Officer, with a tenure of September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2032.
Congratulations, Deb, and thanks for making us proud both regionally and at the state level!
Ward Melville Pitchers Throw Combined No-Hitter
Congratulations to Ward Melville Baseball pitchers Nick Carnovale and Jason Stiles, who pitched the first combined no-hitter in school history!
They struck out 14 batters in a 5 -0 win over Lindenhurst.
Congratulations, Nick, Jason, and the Ward Melville Baseball Team.
Mental Health is Health, Period

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!
Orlin & Cohen Sports Medicine Tips: Athletes & Patella Tendinitis

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.
NYSPHSAA Spring Officials Appreciation Days
From the diamond to the track, gridiron to greens, and more, our officials are a major element to the success of our spring Section XI sports!
We are thankful for your hard work!