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Plainedge sophomore Dominic Agovino, left, scored a touchdown in last Saturday’s win against North Shore, coached by his father, Dan.

Dominic Agovino’s Plainedge teammates came up with a nickname for the Red Devils game at North Shore: “The Agovino Bowl.’’ more

By Marc Berman | 10/7/24

Senior outside hitter Caroline Ledden plays a vital offensive role for the Vikings, who entered October with a perfect 7-0 mark.

Storybook start for North Shore

It’s been a storybook start for the North Shore girls’ volleyball team. Its new coach, Dani Bleiweiss, a 2018 North Shore graduate, has come in to lead the Vikings to a … more

By Marc Berman | 10/1/24

Jack Damphouse is part of a three-pronged backfield attack for the Vikings, who take a 2-1 record into Malverne Friday night.

North Shore rolls on Homecoming

North Shore celebrated its Homecoming game before a big crowd in its pound-the-rock style last Saturday. Head coach Dan Agovino’s squad is notorious for its vaunted rush-oriented attack … more

By Marc Berman | 9/23/24

Junior Henry Cardoza plays a key role in the midfield for the Vikings, who busted out of the gate with three wins and a draw.

Strong start for North Shore

North Shore boys’ soccer senior striker Lino Leighton hasn’t wasted time, notching 5 goals in the first four games as the Vikings raced to an unbeaten 3-0-1 start. Leighton … more

By Marc Berman | 9/16/24

Striker Sam DiBenedetto found the back of the net six times for the Vikings last season and is primed for an uptick in production.

North Shore is plenty motivated

The taste still is bitter for the way it ended last season. North Shore’s girls’ soccer team lost, 1-0, in the Class A semifinals to Plainedge, which went on to win the county … more

By Marc Berman | 9/9/24

Former Seaford standout Olivia Pearse leads a talented and experienced Hofstra defensive corps.

Pride bring high expectations

High expectations for Pride The Hofstra women’s soccer team’s bid for its own three-peat last year and sixth CAA title in seven seasons fell short with a heartbreaking overtime loss to … more

By Andrew Coen | 8/30/24

All-America defender Pierce Infuso, a Merrick native and graduate student, is one of a dozen returning players for the Pride.

Hofstra eyes return to national stage

Hofstra men’s soccer reached big heights in 2023, advancing to the NCAA Tournament’s third-round stage for the second time in three years, but longtime head coach Richard Nuttall felt plenty was left on the table during the historic run. more

By Andrew Coen | 8/30/24

Jayden Taylor, a Walt Whitman High School product, tops the depth chart at quarterback for the Lions, who play four of their first five games on the road.

New era for Nassau C.C. football

Jhaleel Oswald, a former Nassau Community College football captain and key member of its 2013 Toro Bowl-winning team, is the Lions’ new head coach after running the defense/special teams under … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 8/21/24

Gregg LaPenna, left, and Kevin Martinsen were two of the elder competitors in last Saturday’s beach wrestling tournament.

Beach wrestling returns to Long Beach

Sunbathing, surfing and maybe even a few sandcastles took a back seat last Saturday as a wresting tournament with nearly 250 participants dominated a steamy summer day in Long Beach. The … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 8/9/24

Jake Classie, right, and Mepham will be playing for a new head coach this fall as Tom Mazeika takes over the helm of the Pirates.

Morning kickoffs for Nassau County football

Are you ready for some football? On Aug. 19, all 53 Nassau County public high school football programs can begin preparations for the upcoming season, scheduled to open Friday, Sept. 6 with six games … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 8/9/24

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