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Girls Try Out For 1st-Ever Smithtown HS Flag Football Team
"Being part of history is so special," head coach Mike Agostino said. The Bulls first home game is scheduled for March 20.
SMITHTOWN, NY — More than 30 girls from Smithtown High School East and Smithtown High School West tried out for the new high school flag football team on Monday, marking a historic day for Smithtown Central School District athletics.
"Being part of history is so special," head coach Mike Agostino said in a news release. "Being the first to do something is a great feeling."
The girls wasted no time going through certain plays and running routes. The most popular theme of the day was having the opportunity to make history together.
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"We did surveys, drummed up interest and we’re excited to watch them compete and give them an opportunity to try a new sport that maybe they haven’t had as much experience with in the past," Smithtown Athletic Director Jason Lambert said.
The Bulls first home game is slated for March 20 at Smithtown High School West.
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