Section V Shines in 2025 All-State Honors
The New York State Sportswriters Association announces its 2025 all‑state selections, highlighting Emma Rascoe’s record‑setting career and honoring top performers from across the section.
Jul 24, 2026
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Long Island Flag Football Stars Shine in Historic Seasons
From perfect 19‑0 runs to record‑breaking passing yards, Long Island’s flag football standouts earned top honors, highlighting a season of unprecedented achievement.
Jun 26, 2026
Long Island Flag Football Powerhouses Conclude Dominant Seasons
Half Hollow Hills capped an unbeaten run with a Class A state title, while MacArthur and Hauppauge secured regional crowns, highlighting a season of explosive play and record‑setting statistics.
Jun 22, 2026
Half Hollow Hills Flag Football Team Completes Undefeated Season with State Championship
The Half Hollow Hills high school flag football squad finished the season at 19‑0, securing the Class A state title with dominant play on both sides of the ball.
Jun 20, 2026
Samantha Heyman: Scholar‑Athlete Who Redefined Flag Football Excellence
Samantha Heyman, a flag football star from Half Hollow Hills, earned the James Conrad Metzger Top Scholar‑Athlete award after a record‑breaking career marked by academic perfection and community service.
Jun 14, 2026
Half Hollow Hills Captures Class A Flag Football Crown in Cortland
On June 7, 2026, Half Hollow Hills defeated Shaker (Section II) in the NYSPHSAA Class A flag football championship in Cortland, N.Y., sparking jubilant scenes among players, coaches and families.
Jun 8, 2026
Half Hollow Hills Completes Perfect Season with State Flag Football Title
The Half Hollow Hills flag football team finished the season unbeaten, defeating Shaker 26‑12 in the Class A state championship. Key performances by Samantha Heyman, Zoe Franks, Emma Wilck and Drew Kesselman highlighted the victory.
Jun 7, 2026
Half Hollow Hills Triumphs in Class A Flag Football Semifinal
On June 6, 2026, the Half Hollow Hills squad edged out Middletown in a high‑stakes flag football semifinal, showcasing standout performances from Zoe Franks, Samantha Heyman and others.
Jun 6, 2026
Half Hollow Hills Flag Football Team Secures State Championship Berth After Thrilling Comeback
The Half Hollow Hills flag football team rallied from an early deficit to defeat Middletown 37‑18, with standout performances from Zoe Franks, Samantha Heyman and Harlow Rivera, setting up a championship clash.
Jun 6, 2026
Half Hollow Hills Captures Long Island Class A Flag Football Crown
On May 30, 2026, Half Hollow Hills defeated Herricks in the Class A flag football final at Long Island University, with key performances from players such as Victoria Valdes and Samantha Heyman, while coach Mike Lupa celebrated the victory.
May 30, 2026
Half Hollow Hills Clinches Long Island Flag Football Crown
Half Hollow Hills defeated Herricks 27-7 in a wind‑tested championship game, with Heyman throwing for 190 yards and four touchdowns. The victory secures a spot in the state semifinals on June 6.
May 30, 2026
Sachem East Advances to Suffolk Class A Flag Football Final After Defensive Showdown
Sachem East’s flag football squad edged Northport 13‑6 in the Suffolk Class A semifinal, with Sofia Larrea and Aubree Ellis delivering the decisive scores. The win propels the team into a home final against Half Hollow Hills, while the other semifinal saw Half Hollow Hills triumph 19‑12 over William Floyd, highlighted by Emma Wilck’s two interceptions.
May 22, 2026