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ESM’s Noah Kirwin Throws No-Hitter

Noah Kirwin threw a no-hitter with 17 strikeouts to lead Eastport-South Manor (5-0) in Suffolk V win over Harborfields.

Kirwin struck out the first 13 batters he faced. His only baserunner came when he walked a batter with one out in the bottom of the fifth inning.

Logan Walsh doubled with one out in the top of the seventh and scored the go-ahead run when pinch hitter Jordan Goldhammer followed with an RBI single.

Victoria Lin Makes Long Island Fencing History

Congratulations to Victoria Lin of Half Hollow Hills on winning the Girls Épée Suffolk County Championship!
History was made as Victoria became the first fencer on Long Island to win a County Title in two different disciplines, as she won the Girls Foil County Championship two years ago.
Victoria went an impressive 14-1 on the day and 5-0 in her final pool en route to the title.

East Islip Softball Coach Jason McGowan Earns 300th Career Win

East Islip High School varsity softball coach Jason McGowan reached an important milestone on April 2, earning his 300th career win as a coach in a memorable 8-2 victory at West Babylon.

This is McGowan’s 19th season coaching softball, and his milestone total includes prior wins coaching Half Hollow Hills and Plainedge in addition to his 13 years in East Islip.

At the team’s home game on April 4, his appreciative players presented McGowan with a banner congratulating him on his achievement.

“I’ve been fortunate enough to have players that believed in me and trusted the process,” McGowan said. “We’ve had some tough, resilient players come through this program and it’s a credit to them for their commitment and dedication to this program.”

Bay Shore Student-Athletes Join Elementary March Book Madness as Mystery Readers

March Book Madness got an exciting boost this year at Gardiner Manor Elementary School, thanks to a special group of student-athletes from Bay Shore High School.

A big shoutout goes to Shani Clark, Briana Sierra, Lily Gargan, Khaleis London, Carter Wilson, Corey Faines, Niall Haughney, and Armani Smith from the boys and girls basketball teams, who stepped up as Mystery Readers for the event.

March Book Madness is a tournament-style reading competition in which books compete head-to-head, and students cast their votes for their favorites—all while sharpening essential reading skills. The presence of these talented athletes added an extra layer of fun and inspiration, as they took time out of their busy schedules to read aloud and connect with younger students.

The visit was a slam dunk for readers and the listeners, proving teamwork and leadership extend far beyond the court.