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Kennedy baseball coaches Mike Gattus, left, and Ryan Cunningham, along with 25 members of the program, picked up meals at Applebee's on Thursday night.

Applebee's honors Kennedy baseball program

Celebrating victories at Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar’s Bellmore location has been a longstanding tradition for the Kennedy High School baseball program, and even though the spring sports season was cancelled, the 2020 Cougars were recognized by their go-to restaurant. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 5/22/20

NYRA will resume racing on Wednesday, June 3, at Belmont Park without fans.

Belmont racing June 3 through July 12

The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) announced live racing, to be conducted without spectators, will return Wednesday, June 3, at Belmont Park. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 5/19/20

Belmont Stakes rescheduled for June 20

For the first time in history, the Belmont Stakes will be the opening leg of the Triple Crown, as New York Racing Association officials announced on May 19 that the Stakes will be held on June 20 … more

By Melissa Koenig | 5/19/20

Gary Contessa is a two-time New York Racing Association Trainer of the Year and former NYRA record-holder for most wins in a year.

Merrick native Gary Contessa ends racehorse training career

It’s been quite a ride for Gary Contessa. After 35 years as a thoroughbred racehorse trainer, Contessa, who grew up in Merrick, decided it was time — not to retire, but to close one chapter of his career. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 5/18/20

Elmont’s Chichakly awaits training debut

Elmont resident Amira Chichakly, a longtime assistant to recently retired trainer Gary Contessa, said she is looking forward to saddling her first starter when live thoroughbred … more

5/14/20

Alina Volman, left, Luis Vivas, Ben Marks and Samantha Perri practice at Carefree Racquet Club in Merrick.

Tennis gets the go-ahead, but not indoors

Less than a month after Gov. Andrew Cuomo allowed golf courses in New York state to reopen under social-distance guidelines amid Covid-19, outdoor tennis facilities will return to action starting Friday. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 5/14/20

Spring sports coaches in the Belllmore-Merrick Central High School District are receiving 50 percent pay.

Spring sports canceled, but Central District coaches keep in touch with players, officials say

In Bellmore-Merrick, spring sports have been canceled, but many coaches are still keeping up with their players virtually to ensure they continue training and are well, both physically and mentally. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 5/6/20

Bellmore-Merrick athletes reflect on no sports

If 2020 had any normalcy to it, Calhoun High School pitcher Lindsay Roman would be nearing the home stretch of her sixth varsity softball season. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 5/6/20

Jack Rand was one of 10 seniors on Long Beach's baseball roster.

Long Beach reflects on lost season

It’s game over for public high school spring sports on Long Island for 2020. Any hopes for even a modified season were dashed April 21 when health and safety concerns led athletic administrators and school superintendents in Nassau and Suffolk counties to announced the cancellation of the spring sports season. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 4/29/20

Tyler Davis was a three-year starting quarterback at Mepham and made the transition to tight end at the college level.

Mepham grad Davis drafted by Jacksonville Jaguars

Former Mepham High School All-State quarterback Tyler Davis is headed to the National Football League after being selected by Jacksonville in the 6th round of the draft. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 4/25/20

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