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Suffolk County Team Of The Week: Smithtown West Wins LI Title, William Floyd Heads To Final Four

Smithtown West captures the Long Island title, William Floyd heads to the Final Four, and Deer Park celebrates its winter athletes.

The Smithtown West boys varsity basketball team won its first Long Island Championships by defeating South Side, 65-50, at Farmingdale State University.
The Smithtown West boys varsity basketball team won its first Long Island Championships by defeating South Side, 65-50, at Farmingdale State University. (Courtesy Smithtown Central School District)

SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY — Championship celebrations, postseason runs, and season-ending honors highlighted another standout week for student-athletes across Suffolk County.

Smithtown West Boys Basketball Wins Long Island Championship

Smithtown High School West’s boys varsity basketball team capped off what is being called the greatest season in program history with a 65-50 win over South Side to claim the Long Island Championship on March 11.

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A Long Island championship highlighted another big week in Suffolk County high school sports. (Courtesy Smithtown Central School District)

Just days earlier, the Bulls secured their first-ever Suffolk County championship, defeating Half Hollow Hills West 98-68 in the Class AA final at Stony Brook University.

Head coach Mike Agostino credited the win to the team’s relentless effort throughout the season.

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“It’s tremendous. It’s a combination of so much hard work,” Agostino said. “So many days in practice these guys battled all day, every day — and that’s why they’re champions.”

William Floyd Girls Basketball Advances To State Final Four

The William Floyd High School girls varsity basketball team, the New York State Class AAA regional champions, was sent off with a school-wide celebration as it advanced to the Final Four of the state tournament.

The Colonials fell short in their matchup against Aquinas Institute of Rochester, 65-37, on Thursday at the Hudson Valley Community College McDonough Sports Complex in Troy.

Deer Park Celebrates Winter Athletes At Annual Awards Night

Deer Park High School recognized its winter athletes during its annual varsity sports awards night on March 12, honoring student-athletes across nine programs.

The Deer Park High School varsity boys wrestling team was honored at the school’s winter varsity sports awards night on March 12. (Courtesy Deer Park School District)

Athletes from cheerleading, kickline, boys and girls basketball, wrestling, boys bowling, boys swimming and diving, and boys and girls winter track were celebrated during the ceremony.

Led by Athletic Director Dominick Fontana, the event featured the presentation of awards, including Most Valuable Player, Coach's Award, Spirit Award, and Scholar-Athlete honors.

The Deer Park High School varsity kickline team was honored at the school’s winter varsity sports awards night on March 12. (Courtesy Deer Park School District)

The ceremony, held in a packed auditorium, brought together families, coaches, and teammates to celebrate the athletes’ dedication and accomplishments throughout the winter season.

Don’t See Your Team Highlighted?

Patch is compiling weekly high school sports highlights from districts across Suffolk County. Coaches, athletic directors, and school communications staff are encouraged to send scores, championships, honors, and postseason updates for inclusion in upcoming weekend roundups.

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