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Ward Melville senior Caila Low from the free throw line Feb. 22 in the Class AA semi-final against Northport. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Caila Low drives the lane for the Patriots in the Class AA semi-final against Northport. Photo by Bill Landon
Senior Danielle Pavinelli scores for the Tigers in the Class AA semi-final against Ward Melville Feb. 22. Photo by Bill Landon
Senior Danielle Pavinelli from the free throw line for the Tigers in the Class AA semi-final against Ward Melville Feb. 22. Photo by Bill Landon
Danielle Pavinelli drives on Ward Melville’s Molly Cronin. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville Morgan Wenzler (R) blocks a shot by Northport's Danielle Pavinelli in the Class AA semi-final game Feb. 22. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Jamie Agostino goes up for the score for the Patriots Feb. 22 in the Class AA semi-final against Northport. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville's Jamie Agostino. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport senior Kelly McLaughlin drives the lane in the Class AA semi-final against Ward Melville Feb.22. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport's Kelly McLaughlin. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport senior Kelly McLaughlin scores from down low in the Class AA semi-final against Ward Melville Feb. 22. Photo by Bill Landon
Seniors Kelly McLaughlin, Northport, and Sarah Bucher, Ward Melville, battle for the rebound in the Class AA semi-final Feb. 22 at Centereach High School. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Molly Cronin goes up and under for the score in the Class AA semi-final against Northport. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Sarah Bucher goes up for the score Feb. 22 in the Class AA semi-final against Northport. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Sarah Bucher fights her way to the basket between 2 Northport defenders in the Class AA semi-final against Northport. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Sarah Bucher scores from the free throw line in the Class AA semi-final against Northport. Photo by Bill Landon
Sophia Bica rebounds against Ward Melville. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport sophomore Sophia Yearwood lets a three pointer fly in the Class AA semi-final against Ward Melville Feb. 22. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport sophomore Sophia Yearwood lets a three pointer fly in the Class AA semi-final against Ward Melville Feb. 22. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport sophomore Sophia Yearwood lets a three pointer fly in the Class AA semi-final against Ward Melville Feb. 22. Photo by Bill Landon

Northport showed why they’re the No. 1 seed in the girls Class AA semifinal against the No. 4 seed Patriots of Ward Melville, surging ahead by 13 at the half Feb. 22, then stretching that lead to 20 points after three quarters to win it, 69-53, at Centereach High School.

Northport sophomore Sophia Yearwood topped the scoring chart for the Tigers with two triples, four from the floor and a free throw for 15 points. Sophomore Sophia Bica netted 14, and seniors Danielle Pavinelli and Kelly McLaughlin banked 13 and 12, respectively, for the Tigers.

Ward Melville senior Jamie Agostino scored 14 points, as did freshman Julia Greek, and senior Sarah Bucher netted 11 for the Patriots.

Ward Melville finished their season with an impressive 12-3 league record, 17-5 overall.

The win lifts the Tigers to the Suffolk Class AA title game against No. 2 Longwood at St. Joseph’s College Feb. 29.

Tickets are $10.00 cash at the door. Game time is 7:30 p.m.

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Commack’s Antonio Figueroa muscles his way to the basket in the semi-finals Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Dylan McNaughton shoots from the top of the key for the Tigers in a 49-45 win over Commack in the semi-final round Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport senior George Mansour shoots in a Class AA victory over Commack to advance to the County finals. Photo by Bill Landon
Commack senior Jack Reardon battles in the paint for the Cougars in the semi-final round against Northport Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Commack senior Jack Reardon goes to the rim for the Cougars in the semi-final round against Northport Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
On to the championship round.
Northport’s Larry Citrola #21 celebrates with teammate Jason Ahlstrand after a 49-45 victory Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport senior Larry Citrola nails a three pointer in the Class AA semi-final game against Commack Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport senior Larry Citrola grabs a rebound in the Class AA semi-final game against Commack Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport senior Larry Citrola scores on a put back for the Tigers in the Class AA semi-final game against Commack Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport sophomore forward Nick Watts lays up from the paint for the Tigers in a 49-45 win over Commack in the semi-final round Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport junior Pat Healy goes to the rim for the Tigers in a Class AA victory over Commack to advance to the County finals. Bill Landon photo
Northport junior Pat Healy sets up the play for the Tigers in a Class AA victory over Commack to advance to the County finals. Bill Landon photo
Northport junior Robby Kennedy drives the lane in a 49-45 win over Commack in the semi-final round Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport senior Sean Walsh scores 2 of his team high 21 points in a 49-45 win over Commack in the semi-final round Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Northport senior Sean Walsh drains one of his five triples, for a team high of 21 points in a 49-45 win over Commack in the semi-final round Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Commack senior forward Spencer Malloy goes to the rim for the Cougars in the semi-final round against Northport Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Commack senior forward Spencer Malloy goes to the rim for the Cougars in the semi-final round against Northport Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Commack senior forward Spencer Malloy scores for the Cougars in the semi-final round against Northport Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
Tiger Nation
Northport celebrates at the buzzer defeating Commack 49-45 to punch their ticket to the County finals Feb. 25.. Photo by Bill Landon

Northport led by two in the closing seconds of the game Feb. 25 when Commack intentionally fouled Sean Walsh with six seconds left. Senior Walsh went to the line and swished both to seal the deal for the 49-45 victory in the Class AA semifinal at Longwood High School.

Walsh topped the scoring chart for the Tigers with five triples, two from the floor and his final appearance at the charity stripe for 21 points. Teammate Pat Healy finished with 10 points, and senior Larry Citrola chipped in nine.

Commack senior Spencer Malloy led his team with 17 points, and senior Nick Greco netted 15 to conclude the Cougars’ season at 11-2, 16-5 overall.

The win lifts No. 2 Northport to 13-0 in league, 20-1 overall, and advance to the county finals where they’ll face top seeded Brentwood at Farmingdale State College Feb. 28. Tickets are $10 cash at the door. Game time is 8:30 p.m.

 

 

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The Royals WIN 42-28 for the Suffolk Class B title at Centereach High School defeating Mattituck Feb. 21. Bill Landon photo
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The Royals WIN 42-28 for the Suffolk Class B title at Centereach High School defeating Mattituck Feb. 21. Bill Landon photo
Port Jeff senior Samantha Ayotte goes for two for the Royals in the Suffolk Class B championship win over Mattituck Feb. 21. Bill Landon photo
Port Jeff senior Samantha Ayotte drives the lane for the Royals in the Suffolk Class B championship victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Samantha Ayotte goes to the rim for the Royals in the Suffolk Class B championship victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Samantha Ayotte battles under the boards for the Royals in the Suffolk Class B championship victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff senior Samantha Ayotte battles under the boards for the Royals in the Suffolk Class B championship win over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
The crowd cheers for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff freshman Lola Idir from the free throw line where the Royals clinched the Suffolk Class B title over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff freshman Lola Idir scores from long distance where the Royals clinched the Suffolk Class B title over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff junior Evelyn Walker drains a trey in the Royals Suffolk Class B championship victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff junior Evelyn Walker lets a three pointer fly for the Royals in the Suffolk Class B championship victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff 9th grader Lola Idir passes to an open shooter in the Suffolk Class B championship game against Mattituck Feb. 21. Bill Landon photo
Port Jeff freshman Lola Idir drives the lane in the Suffolk Class B championship victory against Mattituck Feb. 21. Bill Landon photo
Port Jeff junior Evelyn Walker nails a three pointer in the Royals Suffolk Class B 42-28 victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
Abigail Rolfe a 10th grader drives to the basket for the Royals in the Suffolk Class B victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff sophomore Abigail Rolfe gets a shot off down low for the Royals in the Suffolk Class B victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Bill Landon photo
Port Jeff sophomore Abigail Rolfe gets a shot off down low for the Royals in the Suffolk Class B victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Bill Landon photo
Port Jeff junior Evelyn Walker nails a three pointer in the Royals Suffolk Class B 42-28 victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
Suffolk County Class B Champions. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff junior Brooke Zamek shoots from down low in the Suffolk Class B victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff junior Brooke Zamek lets a three pointer fly in the Suffolk Class B victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Bill Landon photo
Port Jeff junior Brooke Zamek lets a three pointer fly in the Suffolk Class B victory over Mattituck Feb. 21. Bill Landon photo

The Port Jefferson Royals broke out to an early lead and never took their foot off the gas in the Suffolk County Class B championship game Feb. 21, ending Mattituck’s season 42-28 at Centereach High School.

Ahead by six at the half, the Royals pulled ahead by a dozen points after three quarters. They were led by Evelyn Walker, a junior, who swished three triples, a field goal and a pair of free throws to lead her team with 13 points. Sophomore Abigail Rolfe banked nine and senior Samantha Ayotte netted seven as did freshman teammate Lola Idir.

The Royals live to play another day when they take on Pierson for the right to contest the overall small school Suffolk title Feb. 25 at St. Joseph’s college. Game time is 5:30pm.

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Mustangs wrestling gave it their all at this year’s Division II wrestling championship Feb. 14. Photo from Mel Jacoby

Center Moriches High School was home to the Dr. L Robert “Doc” Fallot Memorial Suffolk County Division II Wrestling Championship Friday, Feb. 14. Competing in the tournament were teams from Mount Sinai, Shoreham-Wading River, John Glenn, Mattituck, Hampton Bays, Bayport-Blue Point, Port Jefferson, Southampton and Babylon. 

A capacity crowd was in attendance to watch the boys compete for the coveted championship and a trip to Albany for the New York State Championship finals. 

In a close battle at 99 pounds, Brayden Fahrbach of Mount Sinai narrowly defeated a tough Chris Colon from Shoreham-Wading River 2-1.

At 106 pounds, Craig Jablonski of Shoreham-Wading River took down Anthony Mirando of John Glenn 2-1 in a tight battle. 

At 120 pounds, Joe Sparacio of Bayport-Blue Point outlasted Connor Pierce of Shoreham-Wading River, 8-3. 

The 126-pound match featured Jordan Titus of Center Moriches, who ranked third in the nation, against Jack Tyrell of Mount Sinai. Titus won in a tech fall 18-3.

The boys from Mt. Sinai won the next two matches with Brenden Goodrich outlasting Jake Jablonski of Shoreham-Wading River 6-2 and Mike O’Brien overwhelming River Orlando of Hampton Bays 15-4.

Mount Sinai powerhouses Matt Campo, at 170 pounds, and Joe Goodrich, at 182 pounds, who have been pinning machines all year, won their respective matches by pins. Campo stuck it out, winning over Ben Brown of Southampton in 1:25, with Goodrich defeating Ethan Schmidt of Mattituck in 4:53.  

Mount Sinai’s five winning wrestlers will compete in Albany Feb. 28 and 29.

The Rick Herrmann Most Outstanding Wrestler Award in the tournament went to Joe Sparacio of Bayport-Blue-Point, while the Jack Mahoney Champion of Champions Award went to Goodrich of Mount Sinai. The Most Pins in the Least Amount of Time Award went to Campo of Mount Sinai, ending with a total of four pins in 2:7.

The Bill Knapp Award went to the Mustangs, whose team score was 261 to Shoreham-Wading River’s 248. John Glenn had 219 while Mattituck had 201.

The New York State Championship will take place Feb. 28 and 29 at the Times Union Civic Center in Albany. Mount Sinai will be sending the most wrestlers from either Division I or Division II to the tournament. 

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Ward Melville sophomore Jamie Agostino scores from long distance in a 58-56 victory over East Islip Feb.19. Photo by Bill Landon
Freshman Julia Greek nails a three pointer for the Patriots at home in a Class AA quarterfinal win against East Islip Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Freshman Julia Greek drains a fade-away three pointer for the Patriots in a Class AA quarterfinal win against East Islip Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Freshman Julia Greek drives the baseline for the Patriots in a Class AA quarterfinal win against East Islip Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Senior Molly Cronin lets a three pointer fly for the Patriots in victory over East Islip Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Senior Molly Cronin lays up for two for the Patriots in a Class AA quarterfinal victory over East Islip Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville sophomore Jamie Agostino scores for the Patriots in a 58-56 victory over East Islip Feb.19. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Morgan Wenzler with a put back for the Patriots in a Class AA quarterfinal victory against East Islip Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Morgan Wenzler sinks a free throw for the Patriots in a Class AA quarterfinal victory against East Islip Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Morgan Wenzler battles down low in a Class AA quarterfinal 58-56 victory over East Islip Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Morgan Wenzler with a jumper for the Patriots in a Class AA quarterfinal victory over East Islip Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Sarah Bucher scores two for the Patriots in a Class AA quarterfinal win at home Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Senior Sarah Bucher scores two for the Patriots in a Class AA quarterfinal win at home Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Sarah Bucher shoots from the top of the key in a Class AA quarterfinal 58-56 victory at home Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
Senior Sarah Bucher goes to the rim for the Patriots in a Class AA quarterfinal win at home Feb. 19. Photo by Bill Landon
The Ward Melville Patriots celebrate after defeating East Islip 58-56 to advance to the semi-finals in Class AA. Photo by Bill Landon

Ward Melville led by 14 points at one point, only to have East Islip rally back in the third quarter to retake the lead by two in a Class AA quarterfinal. The Patriots held off the late game surge by the Lady Redmen holding on to win it, 58-56, at home Feb. 19.

Ward Melville senior Morgan Wenzler battled in the paint leading her team in rebounds along with several put-backs to top the scoring chart with 18 points. Julia Greek, a freshman, did her damage from long distance draining three triples, a field goal and three from the charity stripe netting 14 points. Senior Sarah Bucher had a triple and five from the floor for 13, and teammate Jamie Agostino, a sophomore, banked nine.

The win propels the Patriots (No. 5 seed) to the semi-final round where they’ll square off against top seeded Northport at Centereach High School Feb. 22. Tickets can be purchased for $8 online at gofan.co/app/school/NYSPHSAAXI or purchased at the gate for $10, cash only.

Game time is 2:30 p.m.

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The Rocky Point cheerleading squad shows just who is number 1 after their victory at the UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship. Photo from Anna Spallina

By Julianne Mosher

Rocky Point’s varsity cheerleading squad won the national title earlier this month after an intense and successful season of victories. 

The Rocky Point Cheerleading squad during the homecoming game September 2019. Photo by Bill Landon

The team has won all five of its competitions this year and then made its way to Orlando, Florida, to participate in the 2020 UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship at Walt Disney World held last week. 

“The girls executed a flawless routine and hit everything in sync,” said Anna Spallina, team coach. “It’s what every coach dreams of.”

Since 2011, the school has been in the top three at the national cheerleading championships and held this highest ranking three times prior to this win: 2011, 2012 and 2014.

Competing in the medium varsity Division II category, the girls knew how important it was to hit every movement and tumble. “We were going to have some tough competition,” Spallina said. 

“That’s what makes cheerleading so exciting and amazing,” she added. “It’s the biggest stage of the year and they were totally prepared to take the mat.”

Training all summer, the team of 19 was ecstatic to hear that they were the new national champions again. 

“I can’t even explain the feeling… they were so happy and were crying happy tears,” Spallina said. “The parents too, they made a lot of sacrifices this year for the team and they were thrilled.”

But what was especially exciting was that the graduating seniors were able to receive several different titles after some were brought onto the team in the seventh grade. 

“The one thing they needed was a national title before they leave,” she said. “And they got it. I’m so happy for them.”

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Port Jefferson streamed onto the court after the final buzzer Feb. 13 as now they make their way to the Suffolk B Finals against Mattituck Feb. 21. Photo by Courtney Biondo

It was a whiteout on the basketball court Feb. 13 at home, as the Lady Royals defeated Babylon 55-37 for a playoff win.

The home crowd, all dressed in white to support the No. 1 seed Lady Royals, streamed onto the court after the final buzzer, cheering the team’s chance at the Suffolk B Finals game.

Junior Evelyn Walker had six points and 11 rebounds, along with a 3-pointer midway through the fourth quarter.

Leading in scoring was sophomore Abigail Rolfe with 18 points and 10 rebounds, while junior Brooke Zamek was no slouch at 17 points.

Port Jefferson is set to retake the court against Mattituck in the Suffolk B Finals game Friday, Feb. 21 at Centereach High School. Game time is set for 6 p.m. The admission fee is $8 when purchased online at https://gofan.co/app/school/NYSPHSAAXI. Otherwise the fee is $10, cash only, at the door.

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Ward Melville senior forward Ted Bliznakov battles down low for the Patriots in a decisive first round playoff victory on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Bill Landon photo
Ward Melville’s Ted Bliznakov goes up and over for the score in a decisive first round playoff victory on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Bill Landon photo
Ward Melville senior forward Ted Bliznakov scores in a decisive first round playoff victory on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Bill Landon photo
Myles Brown (l) looks for a rebound after a free throw for the Patriots in a 75-55 blowout win in the opening round of the playoffs on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Bill Landon photo
Luke McIlvaine lays up for two for the Patriots in a decisive first round playoff victory on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Photo Bill Landon
Luke McIlvaine nails another three pointer for the Patriots in a 75-55 blowout win in the opening round of the playoffs on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Photo by Bill Landon
Myles Brown goes to the rim for two for the Patriots in a 75-55 blowout win in the opening round of the playoffs on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Bill Landon photo
Ward Melville senior Myles Brown grabs a rebound for the Patriots in a 75-55 blowout win in the opening round of the playoffs on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Photo by Bill Landon
Luke McIlvaine lays up for two for the Patriots in a decisive first round playoff victory on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Photo by Bill Landon
Luke McIlvaine drains a triple for the Patriots in a decisive first round playoff victory on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Photo Bill Landon
Ward Melville senior Jack Holland drives the lane for the Patriots scoring 2 of his team high 22 points in the opening round of the playoffs on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Bill Landon photo
Ward Melville senior Jack Holland drives the lane for the Patriots scoring 2 of his team high 22 points in the opening round of the playoffs on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Bill Landon photo
Ward Melville senior guard Giancarlo Serratore nails a three pointer for the Patriots in a 75-55 blowout win in the opening round of the playoffs on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Bill Landon photo
Ward Melville senior guard Giancarlo Serratore takes flight for the Patriots in a 75-55 blowout win in the opening round of the playoffs on the road against Riverhead Feb. 13. Bill Landon photo

Having lost to Riverhead by a single point back in December, the Patriots had a score to settle in the opening round of the playoffs. Settle it they did Feb. 13, torching the Blue Waves, 75-55, in the Suffolk AA quarterfinal.

The Patriots scored first, building an 11-point lead after eight minutes, up 16 points at the half and then never looked back the rest of the way. Senior guard Jack Holland did what he’s done all season leading the Patriots with 22 points. Teammate Giancarlo Serratore netted 18, while Ted Bliznakov banked 10. The Patriots 3-point game was devastating where Serratore and Holland nailed four treys each while Luke McIlvaine banked two for the win.

The No. 9 seeded Patriots (8-5) will have their work cut out for them on another road game when they collide with No. 1 seed Brentwood (13-0) Feb. 20. Game time is 6 p.m.

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Miller Place senior Ryan Sheridan fights his way to the basket in the Panther’s playoff opener against Glenn Feb. 12. Photo by Bill Landon
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Senior Tim Hirdt shoots from the paint for the Panthers in their playoff opener at home vs John Glenn. Bill Landon photo
Miller Place senior Thomas Cirrito above the rim for the score in a playoff victory over John Glenn Feb. 12. Bill Landon photo
Senior Tim Hirdt shoots from the paint for the Panthers in their playoff opener at home vs John Glenn. Bill Landon photo
Thomas Cirrito scores two for the Panthers in their playoff opener against John Glenn. Bill Landon photo
Miller Place senior Matt Frank goes to the rim in the Panther’s playoff opener against John Glenn Feb. 12. Bill Landon photo
Miller Place senior Ryan Sheridan fights his way to the basket in the Panther’s playoff opener against Glenn Feb. 12. Photo by Bill Landon
Miller Place senior Ryan Sheridan scores in the Panther’s 66-52 playoff victory over John Glenn at home Feb. 12. Photo by Bill Landon
Miller Place senior Ryan Sheridan shoots from the line in the Panther’s 66-52 playoff victory over John Glenn Feb. 12. Photo by Bill Landon
Miller Place senior Matt Frank lays up for two of his 14 points in the Panther’s playoff opener against Glenn Feb. 12. Bill Landon photo
Miller Place senior Matt Frank takes flight for the basket in a 66-52 victory over visiting John Glenn Feb. 12. Photo by Bill Landon
Senior Justin Leichter drains a three pointer for the Panthers at home against Elwood John Glenn in the first round of the playoffs Feb. 12. Bill Landon photo
Miller Place senior Jay Krumholz scores from the line in the Panther’s 66-52 playoff victory over John Glenn at home Feb. 12. Photo by Bill Landon
Miller Place senior Daniel Berrios muscles his way to the rim in a playoff opener against John Glenn Feb. 12. Photo by Bill Landon
Miller Place senior Daniel Berrios goes to the rim in a playoff opener against Elwood John Glenn Feb. 12. Photo by Bill Landon
Miller Place senior Daniel Berrios goes to the rim in a playoff opener against Elwood John Glenn Feb. 12. Bill Landon photo

It was a trifecta for Miller Place in the opening round of post season play, having defeated Elwood John Glenn twice during the regular season. The Panther’s made it three-in-a-row, taking down the visiting Knights 66-52 to survive to play another day.

Miller Place senior Daniel Barrios was lights-out driving the lane seemingly at will and netting a team high of 22 points. Matt Frank’s eight points in the 3rdquarter extinguished a Glenn rally, banking 14 points on the night while teammate Justin Leichter did his damage from long-distance draining four triples for 12 points.

The Panthers are seeded No. 4 and will have their work cut out for them when they collide in a road game against Amityville, the No. 1 seed, Feb. 19. Tipoff is at 5:00 p.m.

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Carlos Hernandez flips his opponent. Photo by Bill Landon
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Blaise Coppola after winning a bout. Photo by Bill Landon
Robert Kryger takes his opponent to the mat. Photo by Bill Landon
John Quishpilema tries to bring down his opponent. Photo by Bill Landon
Carlos Hernandez hugs it out after winning a bout. Photo by Bill Landon
Luke Myers looks for an opening. Photo by Bill Landon
Blaise Coppola gets his opponent to the mat. Photo by Bill Landon
Carlos Hernandez flips his opponent. Photo by Bill Landon
Jack Santigrossi. Photo by Bill Landon
Nathan Magiallano discusses tactics with his father. Photo by Bill Landon
Kevin Radmann struggles for dominance. Photo by Bill Landon
Jake Watchholder takes down his opponent. Photo by Bill Landon
Sean Martinez looks for dominance. Photo by Bill Landon
Ansel Then takes his opponent down. Photo by Bill Landon
Kevin Radmann looks for the pin. Photo by Bill Landon
Jack Santigrossi gets on top. Photo by Bill Landon
Nathan Magiallano looks for the two count. Photo by Bill Landon
Ryan Curry struggles for the pin. Photo by Bill Landon
Ryan Bruno tries to get his opponent on his back. Photo by Bill Landon

The Comsewogue Warriors wrestling team came out onto the mat Feb. 8 at the Eastport-South Manor high school, with several of their members finishing strong. 

Leading the way for Comsewogue in League V finals were Ansel Then with a second-place finish at 145 pounds, as did teammate Blaise Coppola at 160 pounds. At 220 pounds, it was Cole Blatter who finished in the No. 2 spot. 

The Warriors look to build on their success in the county championship round at Suffolk County Community College in Brentwood Feb. 15-16. The wrestling season culminates with the NYSPHAA finals at the Times Union Center Feb. 28-29.

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