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Tyler Dearden, signed by the Minnesota Twins organization July 2, hit .361 with 12 homers and 46 RBIs in 55 games with the Ducks.

Long Island Ducks seek second-half turnaround

Gutted by roster departures and injuries, the Long Island Ducks completed the first half of the Atlantic League baseball season July 5 with a 30-33 record, 13 games behind the North Division-winning … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/16/24

Freeport native Ryan Dunn, who played for two seasons at the University of Virginia, was selected No. 28 overall in the NBA Draft on June 26 and traded to the Phoenix Suns.

Freeport’s Dunn a first-round NBA pick

Ryan Dunn, former Long Island Lutheran standout, drafted 28th overall by Denver Nuggets in 2024 NBA Draft, traded to Phoenix Suns. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/10/24

East Meadow boys’ soccer, the No. 8 seed in Nassau Class AAA, took out No. 1 Uniondale, No. 4 Baldwin and No. 2 Plainview to capture its first-ever county crown.

Salute to H.S. sports champions from 2023-24

It was a banner season for many high school athletic programs in the Herald’s coverage area. Listed are the top team accomplishments, in chronological order. East Meadow boys’ … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/9/24

The United States faced India June 12 in the last of eight ICC T20 World Cup matches held at Eisenhower Park.

Cricket tournament a big hit for Nassau County

The International Cricket Council’s Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Tournament proved a bit hit in Nassau County, highlighted by the much-anticipated and sold out India-Pakistan match June 9. … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 6/22/24

Sophomore Aailyah Grant is part of a youthful roster for the Red Devils, who will look to finish strong in this week’s county championships.

Youthful Freeport on the rise

Freeport’s girls’ track and field team is still young, but it’s relishing the opportunity to grow together with every passing day. On May 13, the Red Devils hosted the Nassau … more

By Justin Joseph | 5/20/24

Sophomore Glen Person III finished as runner-up in the 110-meter hurdles at Monday’s Division 1A championships hosted by Freeport.

Freeport third in division meet

The Freeport boys track & field team got an opportunity to compete on a championship stage in familiar territory this past Monday. The Red Devils shined on their home turf placing … more

By Andrew Coen | 5/15/24

Harry Mohrman took over as head coach of Freeport’s boys’ lacrosse program in 1973.

Mohrman dedicates life to Freeport

Longtime Freeport High School boys’ lacrosse coach Harry Mohrman initially tackled a professional football career before he arrived at the school he would call home for nearly six decades … more

By Andrew Coen | 5/8/24

Sophomore quarterback Kaylie Jean-Lubin threw three touchdown passes to Breanne Belizaire in Freeport’s 19-6 victory at Long Beach.

Freeport flag football shows growth

The Freeport flag football team will likely miss the playoffs this spring, but that could very well change next year thanks to some young talent and a competitive spirit that’s been on full … more

By Brian Kacharaba | 4/29/24

Sejla Omeragic, left, and the Red Devils are battling through a difficult Conference III schedule following a rise from IV.

Freeport embracing tough challenge

Freeport’s girls’ lacrosse team is showing plenty of fight this spring taking on stepped up competition in Conference III. The Red Devils (2-7) opened the season with back-to-back … more

By Andrew Coen | 4/23/24

Sophomore Jayden Brown is the starting shortstop for the Red Devils and also contributes as a relief pitcher.

Freeport navigates challenging slate

The Freeport baseball team is aiming for a big finish to the season against some of Nassau County’s top teams. While the Red Devils have yet to get into the win column this spring, … more

By Andrew Coen | 4/15/24

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