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Spartans Football: Locked Or Not
By: David Colocho
The Comsewogue Spartans team, previously known as the Comsewogue Warriors, is currently entering its first football season after the big mascot change. The team has lost many vital players who recently graduated, leaving open spots for players who may have been overlooked. But besides this, the real question is whether or not the football team is in a position to do well this season.
The Comsewogue Spartans have just entered the annual fall season and already have a lot of holes in their team. Not only did they lose a couple of valuable players who recently graduated, but the team has also been racking up many injuries throughout its roster.
“The Injury book has hit us a lot recently, Nicky Carreno out for the year, John Tarry out for the year, and lost Danny Cap for 4 games.” The Comsewogue Spartans are starting the season off on a bad foot by losing many key players to injuries.
Despite the Spartans losing many valuable players from graduating or injuries, this can be seen as a good thing in certain ways. Players being out allows other spots to open and potentially use overlooked players.
One role that got taken due to the spots being open is the back field. “Jack Campagna is having a much better game than at the beginning of the season.” This is due to him finally having the chance to be fully utilized because of the missing spot on the roster.
The Football team has been able to bounce back from its injury and roster issues by utilizing overlooked players like Jack Campagna. Not only have they bounced back, but they also have a promising chance at making the playoffs.
When asked whether he thought they would make the playoffs, "Yeah," says Vincent Amato, "because we have a pretty promising rest of the schedule that we should win all games.” Despite starting the season off with a rough start, the team has bounced back and is projected to do great things.
“What should the team be focused on changing…I think we work some things out on the offense a little bit with some players and different positions.” Doing this would greatly improve the team, putting them in a great position to make the playoffs this year and or make it far.
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Comsewogue Golf: Run To States
Comsewogue Golf: Run To States
By Jake Schimkus
As the 2025 golf season gets underway, the Comsewogue High School Golf Team is excited for another strong showing, with experienced players returning and a renewed focus on winning a championship. The team is aiming to build on last year’s momentum and bring home a title for the school.
Heading into the season, Coach Thompson is confident in the team’s chances. With a mix of experienced upperclassmen and promising younger talent, the team has a balanced roster. But Coach Thompson said that his players were not only excellent golfers, but also golfers with integrity.
“We would have won that match by merit, and not by cheating. And I was very proud of the kid for doing that because golf is a game of integrity,” said Coach Thompson. "Players who have integrity are better players than any other; playing fair is more important than winning."
The team’s success is not just attributed to talent, but also the work they’ve put in during the offseason. Over the summer, the Comsewogue Golf Team participated in intensive practice sessions at Heritage Spyring, where they focused on strengthening their short game, improving their driving distance, and refining their overall strategy.
“I think that my short game has improved the most this season,” said Ricky Gritzmacher. "The short game is the most important part of anyone's golf game. People overlook it so much, but it is just as important as a drive or an iron shot."
Another extremely important part of golf is your mental game. I could argue that it is more important than the physical part itself. If you are in the wrong headspace, you will never get a good hit off. But Comsewogue’s golf team has some of the most mentally strong kids in all of Long Island.
“I think that my mental game has improved the most this season,” Brendan Cassidy says. Brendan and the rest of the kids on the team all have a good mindset going into the match, which is why they came out victorious this season.
The 2025 season is shaping up to be an exciting one for the Comsewogue Golf Team. With their sights set on the championship, the team is ready to face the challenges ahead and prove they have what it takes to succeed.
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Comsewogue Boys Varsity Volleyball 2025:
A Season of Grit and Growth
By: Danny Cappiello
The Comsewogue Boys Varsity Volleyball team closed out their 2025 season with a nail-biting final matchup, falling just short of the playoffs. After finishing last season with a 3-11 record, the Spartans battled their way to a much-improved 7-7, showing their resilience, teamwork, and determination.
Led by the steady hand of Head Coach Mr. Pete Valerio, captains David Farmer, Nico Davis, James Ma, Brady Stonehill, and a lineup of rising young talent, the program took a huge step forward.
From the very first summer practice, it was clear that this year’s team aimed higher. Coach Valerio instilled a sense of purpose from day one, pushing the team to think beyond the drills and conditioning and to really visualize what they wanted to accomplish. As Coach Valerio puts it, “Having a goal that we are trying to get to all the time. Kids really take pride in that.” This is the mindset that fueled the season of effort and belief.
Under this mindset, inspired by Valerio, the team embraced a culture shift. Every athlete, from the returning varsity starters to the first-year players, quickly understood that their success would only come through a collective commitment.
A great amount of the team’s success can be credited to the team captains, whose growth mirrored the team’s transformation. Stepping into a larger leadership role, senior captain Nico Davis became a guiding voice both on and off the court. Embracing new responsibility, he shared, “This year I’m the one setting the example.” His consistency and confidence set the tone for younger players, and he was constantly the biggest motivator to the rest of the team.
Co-captain David Farmer brought both skill and intensity, helping stabilize a winning mentality. His encouragement fostered trust, and his ability to recognize emerging talent strengthened the group’s chemistry. Reflecting on the season, David noted, “We’ve had a lot of people step up this year.” His observation proved true, as the Spartans saw contributions from athletes who were just beginning to grow into their potential.
Among those rising talents was young standout Daniel Nuñez, whose development became a highlight of the season. Whether delivering clutch plays or providing bursts of energy and momentum, Nuñez embodied the potential of Comsewouge’s future. Players like him injected energy into the team and fans. Reminding everyone that the program’s growth isn’t temporary, it is building towards something long-lasting and special.
The entire season demonstrates how far the Spartans have come. Improving in every set, pushing higher-ranked teams to their limits, and maintaining a steady belief in their ability to compete with any opponent. Even though they narrowly missed out on the postseason, the team proved they belonged in the playoff conversation.
As the Spartans look ahead, the future is exciting. With experienced leaders graduating and hungry young athletes ready to step into larger roles, the foundation set in the 2025 season positions Comsewogue for continued success. Guided by Coach Valerio’s vision and strengthened by players committed to improvement, the program stands on the brink of being a consistent contender. This season marks the beginning of a new era for Comsewogue Boys Varsity Volleyball.
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Road to States
By Evangeline Baker
The Comsewogue boys’ varsity soccer team has emerged as one of the most competitive teams in their division this season, fueled by their county championship title from last season, rising underclassmen talent, and a determined coaching staff. With the league intensifying, the Spartans are positioning themselves for a deep and challenging run towards the playoffs.
Much of the team’s momentum comes from their consistent play across the field, especially in high-pressure situations during the season. Their early wins have built up their confidence, and the Spartans have carried that energy into every part of their schedule. Players and coaches alike say that their teamwork has been a defining factor in their success so far.
Head coach Michael Bonura, who has been coaching the team these past two years, said he’s proud of the group’s commitment. “It’s a great experience for me,” Bonura said. “I consider myself lucky and fortunate to be around this group of fine young men.”
As the team looks ahead, the players know the competition will only get tougher. Senior centerback Joshua Moskvin said the Spartans have one opponent that will be their biggest feat yet. “Our biggest competitor is definitely Northport. They’re 10-0 right now,” Moskvin explained, mentioning the high stakes of the upcoming matchup between them and an undefeated team.
Despite the challenges they know they have ahead, the team continues to prepare. Their training sessions have intensified, working on every skill possible. The post-season games coming up would be the most challenging yet crucial games. Coach Bonura and assistant coach Zoccoli have stressed discipline and consistency to keep the team on the right track.
Leadership has also been a defining factor this season for the team. Team captain Cameron Dicecco has embraced the responsibility of guiding the new underclassmen through the demands of being on a varsity team. “I’d like to set a good example. I want to work hard on and off the field, so hopefully they follow in my footsteps,” Dicecco said.
With strong coaching, focused upperclassmen, and motivated underclassmen, the Spartans continue to build their momentum as the season enters its most critical stretch. The Spartans hope that their teamwork and discipline will carry them through the remainder of their season and potentially bring them into championship territory.
“I think we’re going to go to the max. I think we’re going to win states. I always want to have high hopes, and I think we can do it if we put our minds to it,” Moskvin said. With the team keeping their heads up high, making it to states is possible for them. They have the determination and wit that they’ll need to make their goals possible this season.
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