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The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) has announced it will move its 2024 Softball State Championship (June 7-8) from Moriches Athletic Complex to Martha Avenue Recreational Park. Both complexes are in Suffolk County (Section XI). The move is being made to ensure the state tournament is played on softball-specific fields.

“NYSPHSAA is appreciative of the work of Section XI and the Town of Brookhaven to host the top softball teams in New York State to contend for the title of NYSPHSAA State Champion,” said Dr. Robert Zayas, NYSPHSAA Executive Director. “Moving the venue for the 2024 State Championships will provide for fields dedicated solely to the sport of softball and ultimately enhance the playing experience for hundreds of student-athletes.”

The 2022 and 2023 tournaments were played on multi-purpose turf fields with numerous markings for baseball and softball use. On June 7-8, 2024, NYSPHSAA will conduct the Softball State Tournament on softball-only turf fields at the Martha Avenue complex. It will mark the third year of a three-year bid term in which the state Softball Championships are hosted by Suffolk County. Previous sites of the Softball State Championships include Moreau Park (South Glens Falls), Binghamton, Waterloo, and Clifton Park.

This October, NYSPHSAA will begin accepting bids to host the 2025, 2026, and 2027 State Championships.

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Harborfields’ Scott Wallace Inducted into NYS Soccer HOF

September 26, 2023 admin

Harborfields girls varsity soccer head coach Scott Wallace was inducted into the New York State High State Soccer Hall of Fame.

Wallace has been an active coach since 1991, with a career record 304-189-50. He has been named National Soccer Coaches Association of America Regional Coach of the Year, New York State Coach of the Year, Suffolk County Coach of the Year, and League Coach of the Year.

Wallace has led his teams to numerous league championships, five Section XI county championships, one Long Island championship, and a New York State final-four appearance.

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East Hampton Football Celebrates 100 Years of Football

September 25, 2023 admin

East Hampton High School celebrated 100 years of football this weekend on the east end.

Their program combined homecoming with an anniversary celebration commemorating a century of Bonacker football.

East Hampton lost to Harborfields, but it didn’t overshadow the generations of players, coaches, and fans who came out for the event.

What’s a Bonacker, might you ask? A Bonac was a group of people who were most likely original settlers in East Hampton, but the name has evolved to include anyone on the east end making a living as baymen, fishermen, and farmers, or, in this case, those who attend East Hampton High School.

The Bonackers had its most successful and undefeated season in 1952 (pictured above) and won a Suffolk County championship again in 1981. They also lost title games in 1973 and 1994.

Here’s to another 100 years!

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Section XI is Daler Strong

September 22, 2023 admin

Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of those lost and hurt in the traffic bus accident involving Farmingdale Schools’ students and faculty.

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Nominate Section XI Island Federal Scholar-Athletes Today

September 21, 2023 admin

Calling all Student-Athletes! The 2024 Island Federal Scholar-Athlete Scholarship is now accepting nominations.

In partnership with Section XI, Island Federal will award two scholar-athlete scholarships to 2024 graduating high school seniors who embody:

– Athletic Success
– Academic Excellence
– Commitment to Improving the Long Island Community

Visit https://islandfcu.org/section-xi-scholarship/ for more information.

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Center Moriches Girls Soccer Hosts Program Day

September 20, 2023 admin

It’s great when a varsity program works with the feeder system to help build culture and morale.

That’s exactly what Center Moriches Girls Soccer did this year when they hosted “program day” among the varsity and middle school teams.

Hopefully, those middle school players remember this experience and pass it on to the next generation when they’re on varsity!

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NYSPHSAA Officials Appreciation Week

September 19, 2023 admin

From September 17 through September 24, it’s Officials Appreciation Week in New York.

Sponsored by the NYSPHSAA, the purpose is to recognize the hard work of all officials across every sport.

Section XI appreciates the work and dedication of the men and women who work in every county contest. We appreciate you!

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Reminder: Suffolk County Girls Basketball Officials Class 2023

September 18, 2023 admin

Suffolk County Girls Basketball Officials Class 2023

Where: Brook Ave Elementary School, 45 Brook Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706

Dates: Sept. 21, October 4, 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 13, 18. Floor test is the 20th (tentative date).

Time: 7:30-9:30pm.

Cost: $200 check made out to SBWBO, due by first class.

Please fill out the link: https://forms.gle/s18pe59jazatZmMY9

Any questions contact: kamal.pasha.0323@gmail.com

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RefReps Offers Educational Tools for Officials

September 18, 2023 admin

At RefReps, their mission is guided by a passionate desire to properly develop the next generation of great sports officials!

Comprised of comprehensive officiating education courses and interactive training video packs, the RefReps Officiating Education System™ will help you create a modernized educational experience. Equip your school or organization to teach the pillars of officiating with our standardized online course curriculum with instructor guides, support materials, assessments, example videos, and more.

Paired with our innovative POV video training packs, your learners will see the game through the eyes of the officials, practically apply what they’ve learned, and build confidence before ever stepping out on the field, court, or mat.

Learn more!