The Section XI girls lacrosse playoffs started this week.
Class A first-round games are complete, while Class B and C kick off on Thursday, May 23. Class D begins on Wednesday, May 21.
Follow along on the Section XI bracket page for updates and game time and locations!
Congratulations to the Half Hills Hollow Hills Boys Badminton team for winning the SUFFOLK COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP!
They move on to the Long Island championship on Wednesday, May 21, at Plainview Old Bethpage Middle School at 4:30 p.m., where they will take on Jericho.
Let’s go Hills!
The Section XI boys lacrosse playoffs start on Monday, May 19!
Good luck to all teams. Check bracket for game time and locations.
We are proud to recognize the outstanding individuals recently honored at the annual Section XI Nick DeCillis Awards Luncheon. These honorees represent the very best of our community and continue to make Section XI proud!
Mike O’Brien, George Duffy, John Stimmel – Honored by SCOPE Education Services
Sophia McInnes, Bayport Track Athlete – Recognized for her outstanding achievements
Michael Oliveto, Hauppauge – Recipient of the SCOPE Award (accepted on his behalf by AD Dan Butler)
Douglas Annicelli, Comsewogue – Recognized by the NYSPHSAA Student-Athlete Advisory Committee
Addison Romanowski, Sachem East HS – NIAAA Student Essay Scholarship Award winner, sponsored by Suffolk Transportation
Michael Ramos, Newfield High School – NIAAA Essay Scholarship Award winner, sponsored by Suffolk Transportation
Pietrina Patrizi and Dr. Ryan Cox, Sayville – Pietrina received the Judith A. Martens Secretarial Award of Excellence
Joe Mercado, Athletic Director, Middle Country and President of SCADA, alongside Jason Lambert, AD, Smithtown Schools – Recognized for leadership and excellence
Liam Frawley, NYSAAA – Recipient of the Emerging Athletic Administrator Award
Jennifer Quinn, Superintendent, Comsewogue, with AD Matt DeVincenzo – Matt received the Chapter XI Athletic Administrator of the Year Award
Todd Gulluscio, AD, Shelter Island – Honored for 15 Years of Service by NYSAAA
Scott Reh, AD, Mt. Sinai – Honored for 25 Years of Service by NYSAAA
Chris McKeveny, Section XI – Celebrated her retirement after years of dedicated service
Section XI Office Staff – Recognized for their outstanding service to our schools
Rob Neugabauer, AD, Longwood High School; Andrew Cornicello, Northwell Health; Anthony Fraser, Longwood Student-Athlete; and Michele Mensch, Longwood/Northwell Health Athletic Trainer – Anthony was awarded the Northwell Health Scholar-Athlete Scholarship
Thank you to all honorees and partners who continue to support student-athletes and school communities across Suffolk County!
Another week, another milestone for Miller Place lacrosse goalie Christopher Lo Re, who recently reached 600 saves!
He is at 621 saves and counting with one game left.
If you have a player, coach, or team milestone you would like featured, please email SectionXIMilestones@gmail.com.
Congrats to John Glenn High School senior Carmine Gerbino, who achieved his 100th career wrestling victory this past season!
We’re working through all the milestone requests … don’t worry, we’re posting them all!
If you have a player, coach, or team milestone you would like featured, please email SectionXIMilestones@gmail.com.
The Port Jefferson Royals Boys Varsity Lacrosse team hosted the Eastport-South Manor Sharks in the inaugural Aidan Kaminska “My Day” Foundation Memorial Lacrosse Game — an event marked by an overwhelming outpouring of support from fans and generous online donations.
Head Coach Taylor Forstell described the atmosphere as one where Aidan thrived: “It was the type of environment where Aidan gave every ounce of his energy to help win lacrosse games. The crowd was lively, and both teams left it all on the field. I hope we can build on today’s success and continue to grow this game for years to come.”
The event raised over $3,000 for the Aidan Kaminska “My Day” Foundation, which supports mental health initiatives and academic resources for high school and college student-athletes nationwide. Every player from both teams received a wellness box, one of the many ways the foundation gives back through scholarships and mental health awareness tools.
A senior captain and former teammate of Aidan shared his thoughts:
“This day was a perfect reflection of who Aidan was as a player and teammate. From Mr. Kaminska’s speech to the fans and former players who showed up, to the wellness boxes we received — it was an amazing experience. I’m already looking forward to coming back next year and being part of the fan support.”
The Lindenhurst Girls Varsity Lacrosse Team, led by Head Coach Erica Romeo and Assistant Coach Angela Oliveto-Crawley, hosted a Morgan’s Message event.
Organized by team members Emma Colford, Gianna Diaz, and Isabella Wolff, the event promoted mental health awareness and overall wellness among student athletes.
The Bulldogs were also joined for the day by athletes from the Lindenhurst Youth Community Lacrosse League (Grades 1–7) and their opponent, East Hampton.
Prior to the game, attendees colored a Morgan’s Message Butterfly to reflect on mental health.
