TONIGHT: 9/19/25 — HS Football Game of the Week!
Orlin & Cohen / Rockline Wealth present West Islip vs. Westhampton 🏈
GAME IS AT 6:00 PM — don’t miss kickoff!
Bring the energy, tag your crew, and tune in for hard hits, big plays, and Friday night lights. 🔥
#GameOfTheWeek #HSFootball #WestIslip #Westhampton #FridayNightLights
Riverhead High School volleyball spotlighted wellness on and off the court, hosting a Mental Health Awareness Game in partnership with Ryan’s Team.
The event centered conversation around reducing stigma, encouraging students to check in on one another, and connecting families with support resources.
Before the first serve, players and coaches participated in a brief moment of reflection and a PSA about recognizing warning signs and seeking help. Throughout the evening, fans saw green ribbons and themed warm-ups in support of mental health awareness. Ryan’s Team representatives were on hand with materials about peer support, stress management, and how to talk to a trusted adult or counselor.
Congratulations to Shoreham Wading River, Coach Debbie Lutjen, on her 300th varsity girls’ tennis win! An incredible milestone in her 38 years as head coach at SWR.
A shout out the to Center Moriches Varsity Girls Tennis Team for supporting this incredible milestone for Coach Lutjen!
Got a milestone? We want to highlight it!
Email sectionximilestones@gmail.com with name(s), school, sport, milestone + date/opponent—and a photo/graphic if you have one.
Let’s celebrate #SectionXI excellence!
Bayport-Blue Point’s volleyball coach, McKinnon, just set a new Bayport-Blue Point school record by reaching 300 career wins.
Don’t forget to share special player/coach milestones across Section XI … email sectionximilestones@gmail.com.
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!
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 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!
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!
