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Sophomore guard Jordan Soriano had 9 points last Saturday as the Marines upped their winning streak to three games by topping Great Neck South.

Coming off a 53-49 win over Jericho Jan. 16, the Long Beach girls’ basketball team learned two things: hunker down on defense, and don’t give up without a fight. “It’s … more

By Michelle Rabinovich | 1/21/25

Senior Lauren Rosario has heated up for the Colts at the offensive end, averaging a shade under 14 points per game over the pasts four contests.

Calhoun eager for conference rematches

Second acts in movies generally introduce heightened conflict. For Calhoun’s girls’ basketball team, this season’s second half presents the chance to settle some … more

By Garrett D. Uribe | 1/21/25

Lynbrook’s James O’Donovan split a pair of Plainedge defenders down the lane during its 53-48 setback on Jan. 14.

Lynbrook controls its playoff destiny

You can’t blame the Lynbrook boys’ basketball team if it gets hit with a sudden case of deja vu as its conference schedule flips a second time around. Last season, the Owls split … more

By Brian Kacharaba | 1/21/25

Senior Sofia Della Ratta ranks among Nassau County’s leading scorers at 18.2 ppg and has keyed the 10-4 Vikings.

North Shore in conference driver's seat

No one knew what to expect on the first day of practice for the North Shore girls’ basketball team. Though the Vikings advanced to the Nassau County Class A semifinals last season, … more

By Marc Berman | 1/20/25

West Babylon’s Arghyl Polanco, left, drove to the rim during the Eagles’ 46-32 defeat to Comsewogue Jan. 15.

West Babylon clings to playoff hopes

West Babylon’s boys’ basketball team faced a tough challenge against Comsewogue, ultimately falling 46-32 in a hard-fought contest at home on Jan. 15. Despite a determined effort, … more

By Niko Scarlatos | 1/20/25

Sophomore Tristan Mitchell is averaging nearly 14 points per game for the Spartans, who enter this week with a dozen wins.

First-place VSN on verge of playoffs

The Valley Stream North boys’ basketball team sits atop the Nassau Conference A6 standings and is a win away from checking off its first box — a return to the playoffs. The Spartans … more

By Dylan Butler | 1/20/25

Only a sophomore, Natalia Baptiste is one of the Warriors’ captains and a third-year starting point guard.

Work ethic fuels Amityville's improvement

Amityville’s girls' basketball team is in the midst of a transformative season, thanks to a shift in culture and a renewed focus on hard work, chemistry, and dedication. Head coach Tom … more

By Niko Scarlatos | 1/20/25

Junior Kayla Reid stepped up and moved from forward to guard to help the Knights in press-break situations.

Uniondale healthy for stretch run

With Uniondale girls’ basketball not operating at full strength, head coach Nolan Dunkley thinks the Knights are doing the best they can, and are due for a positive change soon. The team … more

By Michelle Rabinovich | 1/20/25

Nehemy Fresnel dropped in 17 points last Friday as the Ravens stayed hot with a 52-43 victory over visiting New Hyde Park.

Defensive mindset drives Sewanhaka

Sewanhaka boys' basketball head coach Jay Allen has taken an exciting young core and built a fortress. The 10-3 Ravens are capable of scoring from anywhere on the floor, but suffocating defense has … more

By Patrick Moquin | 1/20/25

Senior point guard AJ Gulino has been a bright spot for the Red Devils, averaging nearly double digits in points per game.

Plainedge knocking on playoff door

In a conference filled with parity, the Plainedge boys’ basketball team is in the thick of a playoff race after starting off the season with a 3-4 conference clip (9-6 overall.) With … more

By Marc Berman | 1/20/25

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