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Union Rags wins! [Photo gallery]

A gallery of the Herald's images from Saturday's Belmont Stakes. more

Photos by Christina Daly | 6/9/12

Arcangelo wins historic Belmont Stakes

There was no Triple Crown on the line, but the 155th running of the Belmont Stakes was historic nonetheless. Trainer Jena Antonucci etched herself into thoroughbred racing history Saturday when … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 6/10/23

Kaitlyn Young had the walk-off hit for Seaford in its 1-0 victory over Center Moriches in the Long Island Class B softball title game.

Wild finishes highlight spring season

There was no shortage of thrilling finishes and heartbreak on Nassau County high school athletic fields this spring, capped by a nearly 4-hourlong Long Island Class A softball championship game … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 6/21/23

Jared Marine, top, helped the Sailors to an all-time best finish in the Nassau dual meet playoffs and seeks another spot on the All-County podium.

Historic showing for Oceanside wrestling

The Oceanside wrestlers achieved one milestone last weekend at the Nassau County duel meet championships, making the quarterfinals for the first time in its history – a top 8 finish. Now … more

By Marc Berman | 1/22/24

William Pickett, a South Side High School graduate, takes over as the Lions’ starting quarterback.

Nassau C.C. eyes return to title stage

Getting back to the national championship stage and winning it are lofty goals, but Nassau Community College football coach Jamel Ramsay wouldn’t have it any other way. “Last season was a … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 8/28/23

Sami Chaisson has been a major reason for Oceanside’s improvement with her defensive and passing skills from the back row.

Oceanside returns to playoffs

The Oceanside girls' volleyball team has been a lot more competitive this year after a tough 2022 campaign and used its final matches to prepare for the postseason. The Sailors were 4-8 entering … more

By Brian Kacharaba | 10/23/23

Sophomore Luke Villela had passing and rushing touchdowns to help the Sailors to a season-opening 31-20 win at Freeport Friday night.

Oceanside stuns Freeport in opener

Inspired by some gutsy decisions made by Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell in the NFL opener, Oceanside head coach Rob Blount reached into his bag of tricks early in Friday night’s … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 9/10/23

Led by a strong senior group, Calhoun captured the NYS Class A girls’ volleyball championship Nov. 8.

Salute to H.S. sports champions in 2022-23

It was a banner season for many high school athletic programs in the Herald’s coverage area. Listed are the Top 20 team and individual accomplishments, in chronological order. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/17/23

MacArthur graduate Annie Park won the Nassau County golf championship, beating all the boys, in 2012, and also a collegiate title at USC.

Nassau Athletics HOF 2023 class announced

The Nassau County High School Athletics Hall of Fame will hold its 2023 induction ceremony Sept. 28 at the Crest Hollow County Club. For more information and tickets, go to www.sectionviii.org. … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/17/23

Nominate a H.S. sports "Athlete of the Week"

Standout high school athletes are featured weeky in the Herald and we are looking for nominations for the 2023 FALL season. more

8/30/23

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