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Darien swimmer who lost part of her leg in shark attack clinches Paralympic Games spot
Ali Truwit, a Darien swimmer, used her skills to survive a shark attack in Turks and Caicos, and has now qualified for the Paralympics in Paris after undergoing two life-saving surgeries and having her leg amputated.
Berkshire Force Drops Regional Final, Grabs World Series Bid
PITTSFIELD, Mass. – The Berkshire Force 12-and-under travel softball team Sunday rallied for five runs in the top of the sixth inning but could not eclipse the Stamford, Conn., Stars in a 14-8 game to decide the championship of the Babe Ruth New England Regional. Stamford took advantage of...
Town of Oyster Bay Completes Major Sports Field Upgrade at Haypath Park in Plainview
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Councilman Lou Imbroto, Town Clerk Richard LaMarca and Tax Receiver Jeffrey Pravato announce the competition of baseball field improvements at Haypath Park in Plainview. The Town of Oyster Bay upgraded the natural surface infield to a synthetic turf playing area. “These important upgrades enhance...
Get well soon, John Force
John Force, a legend in the world of NHRA Drag Racing, is an inspiration to all drag racers. His unexpected absence due to an on-track incident in Virginia has left an unfillable void in the racing community. The racers, crewmembers, and fans all felt the weight of his absence in Norwalk. On this weekend, the NHRA on FOX crew captured the raw, heartfelt emotions of racers who took a moment from their intense schedules to send their well-wishes to John.
Belmont Surface to Mirror Spa; Winter Racing on Tapeta
The New York Racing Association provided a window into the future of downstate racing July 1 when it announced that the main dirt track at the new Belmont Park will mirror the surfaces at Saratoga Race Course and that winter racing will be conducted for approximately three months on a new all-weather track when the Elmont, N.Y., facility reopens in 2026.
The 'Next' Stop for Top Marathoner is Big A's Brooklyn
Most Thoroughbreds do not race beyond a 1 1/4 miles. Then there's Michael Foster's Next . When the 6-year-old Not This Time gelding runs July 5 in the $200,000 Brooklyn Stakes (G2) at 1 3/8 miles, it will mark the first time in nearly two years that he will be running at a distance less than 1 1/2 miles.
Walsh Celebrates POB Girls’ Flag Football State Championship Win
Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh joined the Plainview-Old Bethpage Board of Education and Central Administration to celebrate the Girls Flag Football Team, who recently won the New York State Championship. The last time a Plainview-Old Bethpage Team took a State Championship was in 1983 for Boys’ Soccer, making this win an even more tremendous accomplishment for the district. Councilwoman Walsh commended the team’s amazing athleticism and camaraderie on the field, and also thanked coaches Mr. Abramowitz, Mr. Tomasulo, Ms. Ho, and Mr. Gurney for all they did to make this win possible. New York State Senator Steve Rhoads, Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz, and Nassau County Legislator Arnie Drucker were also in attendance.
Lloyd Frazier Memorial Golf & Tennis Outing Honoring Steven Frazier July 15
Steven Frazier grew up inside McDonald’s. As the child of a McDonald’s Owner/Operator, Steve looked up to his dad and saw how hard he worked to run his businesses, feed his community, and support his family. Steve’s dad, Lloyd Frazier was a hero to Steven—and to many. In 2001, One of Lloyd’s restaurants, located on Greenwich and Chambers Streets in Lower Manhattan, stood a few feet away from the destruction of the terrorist attacks on 9/11. Steven recalls how his dad heroically saved the lives of two first responders that day. For days and weeks after, police officers, fire fighters, and paramedics found refuge in Lloyd’s restaurant, which earned the nickname “Hotel McDonalds.” Ultimately, Lloyd served 700,000 free meals to Ground Zero fire fighters, police officers and rescue workers.
“Swing for Hope” golf outing raises $180K for The Safe Center
The Safe Center, a Bethpage-based victim service organization, raised $180,000 at its annual “Swing For Hope” golf outing. The event, held on Monday, June 10 at the Brookville Country Club in Glen Head, was chaired by Adam Dejak, TSCLI board member and national director of residential lending at Popular Bank. The fundraising outing was held to support victims and survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking and interpersonal abuse on Long Island.
Caddies Awarded Long Island Evans Scholarships
Four students from Long Island have been awarded the Long Island Evans Scholarship, a full housing and tuition college scholarship for deserving caddies, following a selection interview that was held at Winged Foot Golf Club in Mamaroneck on Feb. 6. “We are thrilled to welcome this new class to the...
Hofstra Welcomes Back Jamie Franco As Head Wrestling Coach
Hempstead, NY - Hofstra wrestling alumnus and former associate head coach Jamie Franco returns to the University as he was named the program's 13th head wrestling coach on July 1, 2024, it was announced by Hofstra Vice President and Director of Athletics Rick Cole Jr. Franco, a three-time NCAA Championship qualifier, served on the staff from 2016 to 2023, including the final two seasons as the associate head coach.
Stony Brook Athletics Set to Host Seawolves United Road Show
STONY BROOK, N.Y. – Stony Brook Athletics announced the 2024 Seawolves United Road Show, which will be held on Wednesday, August 28, at Spycoast in Patchogue. The Seawolves United Road Show is an event geared towards engaging Seawolves supporters as the 2024-25 academic year kicks off. This initiative highlights...
Swim Across America Open Water Swim Draws Hundreds to Long Island Sound
Hundreds of swimmers dove in on Saturday, June 29, to make waves to fight cancer at the 18th annual Swim Across America – Fairfield County open water swim. Swimmers swam 1/2-mile, 1.5-miles or 3-miles in Long Island Sound off the shore of Stamford. New this year was the “Queen...
Jamie Franco Named Hofstra's Head Coach
The first day of July marked a new beginning for Hofstra’s wrestling team as they announced their new head coach. Hofstra fans don’t need an introduction as it is a familiar face - Jamie Franco. Franco, a Hofstra alum, returns to the team after spending the 2023-24 season on the Columbia coaching staff.
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