Homecoming ‘Rocks’ new sports complex

East Rockaway High School hosted its annual Homecoming parade on Saturday, Oct. 22, the district’s first big event since the debut of its newly renovated sports complex.

The parade was led by the flashing lights and blaring sirens of the local fire department, which kicked off the spectacle on Saturday afternoon. It also included a colorful array of handmade banners representing each of the East Rockaway sports programs, their team of energetic cheerleaders, the melodic sound of the marching band, and the throngs of faithful fans who gathered to show their support while sporting the orange and black team colors.

The new sports complex glowed under the stadium lights as the crowd roared. Following the parade, the football team hit the field, where their impenetrable spirit on the gridiron helped propel the team to a decisive 43-13 victory over Oyster Bay.