High School Sports Roundup: Riverhead and Shoreham-Wading River Teams Shine in Baseball, Softball, and Lacrosse
Riverhead centerfielder Megan McKay may have made two sensational catches in a recent playoff loss, but the action doesn’t stop there for high school sports in the Riverhead and Shoreham-Wading River school districts. Here’s a weekly roundup of the latest in baseball, softball, and lacrosse:
In softball, Riverhead continues to dominate with an unbeaten record of 8-0 in League I. Their recent victory over Half Hollow Hills West showcased their offensive power, with Kaysee Mojo and Jordyn Kwasna hitting home runs. Freshman Sophia Viola is also making a name for herself with a .500 batting average. On the pitching side, Mya Marelli has been a force to be reckoned with, boasting an ERA of 1.292. Upcoming games include matchups against Patchogue-Medford, Brentwood, and Whitman.
Shoreham-Wading River’s softball team has had a mixed season so far, with a 5-5 record. Freshman Mia Dettleff and senior Elizabeth Sabino have been standouts at the plate, hitting .522 and .421 respectively. Their upcoming games include battles against Bayport-Blue Point, Glenn, and Mt. Sinai.
In baseball, Riverhead is starting to turn things around with a 2-7 record. Their recent win over Central Islip showcased strong performances from Mark Gajowski, Tyler Dick, and freshman Matt Zambriski. Pitcher Camden Wallace was also impressive, striking out eight batters in five innings. Upcoming games for Riverhead include rematches against Central Islip and Longwood.
On the lacrosse field, the Riverhead boys’ team suffered a setback against Huntington after a five-game winning streak. Despite the loss, they are in playoff contention with a 7-2 record. Griffin Sumwalt has been a standout player, currently tied for fifth in Suffolk County in goals scored. Upcoming games for Riverhead include matchups against South Fork, Half Hollow Hills, and William Floyd.
Shoreham-Wading River’s boys’ lacrosse team faced a tough loss against Manhasset, but they are still holding strong with a 4-2 record. Liam Kershis and Jadan Galfano have been key players for the Wildcats. Their upcoming games include battles against Kings Park, Harborfields, and Westhampton.
In girls’ lacrosse, Riverhead struggled in a matchup against William Floyd, but players like Logan Pilon and Sadie Shultz continue to show promise. Shoreham-Wading River’s girls’ team, on the other hand, has found success with a 4-2 record. Reese Marcario and Madison Herr have been leading the charge, with Marcario leading the team in assists and Herr leading in goals scored. Upcoming games for both teams include matchups against Copiague, Sachem East, and Smithtown West.
With plenty of exciting matchups on the horizon, high school sports fans in the Riverhead and Shoreham-Wading River districts have a lot to look forward to in the coming weeks.
