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

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

Rockville Centre’s Crystal Dunn was a three-time state champion at South Side, a two-time All-American at North Carolina and a member of the U.S. Women’s National Team.

Nassau County H.S. Athletics HOF 2024 class announced

The Nassau County High School Athletics Hall of Fame will hold its 2024 induction ceremony Sept. 25 at the Crest Hollow County Club. For more information, tickets and the full list of honorees, go to … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/29/24

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

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