Phantoms Extend Dynasty with Third County Title

The Bayport-Blue Point Phantoms delivered another historic campaign in Suffolk Division IV, finishing 12-1 overall, capturing their third straight Suffolk County title, and extending their remarkable win streak to 34 games before falling in the Long Island Championship.

Regular Season Highlights

• Undefeated Regular Season: The Phantoms went 8-0 in the regular season, dominating opponents with a balanced, explosive attack and a stingy defense.
• Signature Wins: Key victories included a 35-0 shutout of Miller Place, a 41-7 rout of Shoreham-Wading River, and a 34-7 win over Center Moriches.
• Defensive Dominance: The defense allowed single-digit points in six of eight regular season games, including three shutouts.
• Offensive Firepower: BBP averaged over 35 points per game, consistently producing big plays on the ground and through the air.

Playoff Performance

• Quarterfinals: Defeated Greenport/Southold/Mattituck 42-14.
• Semifinals: Beat John Glenn 28-7, with a strong second-half surge.
• Suffolk County Championship: Won their third consecutive title with a 49-21 victory over Miller Place, highlighted by senior quarterback Cooper Fuller’s 243 rushing yards and five touchdowns. This win marked their 34th straight victory83.
• Long Island Championship: The Phantoms’ streak ended with a 29-21 loss to Wantagh in the Long Island Class IV final, their first defeat since 202136.

Key Players and Notes

• Cooper Fuller (QB, Sr.): The offensive catalyst, Fuller rushed for 243 yards and five touchdowns in the county final and was a threat all season as a runner and passer8.
• Collin Reyer (RB/OLB, Jr.): Provided a change of pace and broke off several long touchdown runs in the playoffs.
• Colin Most (WR/DB, Jr.): Key playmaker in the receiving corps and a leader in the secondary.
• Dylan Spano (OL/DL, Jr.): Anchored both lines and contributed to the Phantoms’ physical style of play.
• Defense: The unit forced critical turnovers and delivered in big moments, especially during the playoff run.

Season Summary

Bayport-Blue Point’s 2024 season was defined by dominance, discipline, and a championship mentality. The Phantoms extended their dynasty with a third straight Suffolk title and a 34-game win streak, falling just short of a second consecutive Long Island crown. With a senior-led roster and a strong supporting cast, BBP solidified its reputation as one of New York’s premier small-school football programs384.