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Former LIU track athlete files sweeping complaint against program leadership
7+ hour, 39+ min ago (1024+ words) A former Long Island University track & field athlete has filed a formal complaint with the university alleging widespread mismanagement within the Division I program, including possible NCAA compliance violations, a conflict of interest involving the athletic director and repeated failures…...
Bellmore grad thought her softball career was over. Then came Puerto Rico
1+ week, 5+ hour ago (705+ words) Greater Massapequa coverage is funded in part by Greater Long Island Dental, your family-oriented general and cosmetic dental practice delivering exceptional quality of care through advanced technology, concierge-level service, flawless results, and a deep respect for every patient’s needs! For…...
Long Island University hit with 3-year NCAA probation for widespread eligibility violations
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (777+ words) Long Island University has been placed on three years of probation by the NCAA after a sweeping investigation found the school allowed more than 1,000 student-athletes to compete or practice while ineligible, not properly certified or having not completed required NCAA…...
From Plainedge to the NFL? Dan Villari ready to prove himself
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (753+ words) For Massapequa’s Dan Villari, this weekend’s NFL Draft isn’t just about hearing his name called — it’s the realization of a lifelong dream. “It’s amazing,” Villari told Greater Long Island less than a week before the first names are called Thursday....
LIU, Islanders announce new D-I hockey tournament at Belmont
3+ mon, 5+ day ago (130+ words) Long Island University, the New York Islanders and UBS Arena are teaming up to launch a new annual Division I men’s hockey tournament at Belmont Park, according to an announcement. The event, dubbed the “Empire State Holiday Invitational,” will debut…...
Hofstra standout and Deer Park native Preston Edmead enters transfer portal
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (191+ words) It looks like Hofstra basketball star Preston Edmead may be one-and-done in Hempstead. The Deer Park native and CAA Rookie of the Year has entered the transfer portal after a standout freshman season with the Pride. The 6-foot-1 guard averaged…...
St. A’s rolls past Victor with dominant win, extends streak to 50
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (337+ words) The target on the St. Anthony’s girls lacrosse team’s back has never been bigger — and it hasn’t mattered. Every opponent knows what’s coming when they face the nation’s No. 1 team. And for nearly three years now, no one has found…...
Scenes from Hofstra’s first March Madness appearance in 25 years
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (114+ words) Hofstra went dancing once again. Head coach and former NBA champion Speedy Claxton led the Pride to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since his playing days in 2001. Fresh off a CAA championship, Hofstra faced No. 4 seed Alabama on…...
‘Fins Up’: The story behind the LIU chant taking over college hoops
4+ mon, 6+ day ago (467+ words) Two words. One hand gesture. Millions of views. The Long Island University Sharks men’s basketball team is enjoying one of its best seasons in recent memory. The program also boasts a wildly popular cheering section known as “The Reef.” But…...
Remembering the ‘beauty of Joe’: services for Bohemia football player
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (463+ words) Greater Sayville coverage is funded in part by The Shed, your scratch kitchen for brunch and dinner daily in West Sayville. Funeral services begin Tuesday in Bohemia for the Salve Regina University football player whose sudden death last week stunned…...