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Tyler Dearden, signed by the Minnesota Twins organization July 2, hit .361 with 12 homers and 46 RBIs in 55 games with the Ducks.

Long Island Ducks seek second-half turnaround

Gutted by roster departures and injuries, the Long Island Ducks completed the first half of the Atlantic League baseball season July 5 with a 30-33 record, 13 games behind the North Division-winning … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/16/24

East Meadow boys’ soccer, the No. 8 seed in Nassau Class AAA, took out No. 1 Uniondale, No. 4 Baldwin and No. 2 Plainview to capture its first-ever county crown.

Salute to H.S. sports champions from 2023-24

It was a banner season for many high school athletic programs in the Herald’s coverage area. Listed are the top team accomplishments, in chronological order. East Meadow boys’ … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/9/24

James Meilinger, center, was honored June 22 for his nearly four decades of service with Glenwood Glen Head Jr. Baseball.

James Meilinger of Glen Head spent decades supporting Glenwood Glen Head Jr. Baseball

James Meilinger has been the backbone of Glenwood Glen Head Jr. Baseball for 38 years, dedicating countless hours to nurturing youth baseball in the community. His tenure, which began in 1986, has … more

By Will Sheeline | 6/28/24

The United States faced India June 12 in the last of eight ICC T20 World Cup matches held at Eisenhower Park.

Cricket tournament a big hit for Nassau County

The International Cricket Council’s Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Tournament proved a bit hit in Nassau County, highlighted by the much-anticipated and sold out India-Pakistan match June 9. … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 6/22/24

Sophomore Joanna Kenney won the steeplechase and the 1500-meter county titles, helping the Vikings dominate the field in Nassau Class A.

North Shore dominates for track title

The North Shore girls’ track and field team deserves a parade down Sea Cliff Avenue to honor its starry accomplishments across the years. The North Shore girls wrapped themselves in … more

By Marc Berman | 5/28/24

Dr. Nicholas Sgaglione of Northwell Health, left, joined Bruce Jaslow for his first game back in the Men’s Senior Baseball League after performing the rotator cuff surgery that enabled Jaslow to get back on the baseball diamond.

You’re never too old for baseball

At 86-years-old, Bruce Jaslow stands as a testament to the enduring love and passion for the game of baseball. Despite his age, the Old Brookville resident continues to lace up his cleats, take the … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/17/24

Junior pitcher Grace Ryan, who posted a .698 batting average with four home runs and 35 RBI, was part of a deep Vikings’ lineup.

North Shore produces 11-win season

The big bats of North Shore’s softball team created lots of runs and excitement, but not a playoff berth. The Vikings finished at an outstanding 11-4, posting 198 runs in 15 games … more

By Marc Berman | 5/17/24

Trevor Miller made a smooth adjustment from second base to shortstop and batted .300 to help the Vikings to a playoff berth.

North Shore attains playoff goal

Behind batterymates, lefty ace Garret Gates and catcher Matthew Ryan, the North Shore baseball team was back in the playoffs after a two-year hiatus. For some schools, that’s not a long … more

By Marc Berman | 5/15/24

Senior midfielder Alex Choi has been dominant on faceoffs all season for the Vikings, winning draws at a near 85-percent clip.

North Shore rallies for sixth straight win

It took some time for North Shore’s boys’ lacrosse team to learn all the intricacies of a new system under first-year coach John Savage, who likes what he sees from the Vikings more and … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 5/2/24

Jolie Waiksnis is the lone senior on the Vikings’ roster and sparking the offense from the leadoff spot while anchoring the defense at shortstop.

Junior-led North Shore thriving

North Shore softball is off to a fine start under first-year coach Nicole Petrucci, who served as the varsity’s assistant for three seasons and is working with a junior-dominant roster. … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 4/29/24

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