Colts Gallop to County Final

Overall Record: 9-2
Conference Record: 7-1
Division: Section XI Division III
Final Standing: 2nd place, Division III; Suffolk County Championship Runner-Up

Regular Season Highlights

• The Colts started the season with a dominant 45-7 win over Westhampton Beach.
• They rolled through the regular season with additional blowout victories: Eastport-South Manor (49-12), Hauppauge (47-17), Harborfields (58-0), Rocky Point (49-6), Islip (56-20), Comsewogue (49-21), and East Hampton/Bridgehampton/Pierson (52-6)6.
• Their only regular-season loss came at Sayville, 28-21, in a battle of division leaders6.
• Finished the regular season 7-1 in conference play, 9-1 overall.

Playoff Performance

• In the Division III semifinals, Half Hollow Hills West defeated Islip 55-27, showcasing their offensive firepower367.
• Advanced to the Suffolk County Championship, where they lost a high-scoring thriller to Sayville, 42-35, finishing as county runner-up3467.

Key Players and Notes

• Joseph Filardi (QB/DB, Sr.): Led the team with dynamic play at quarterback and in the secondary, earning multiple Player of the Game honors36.
• Anthony Raio (WR/DB, Sr.): Provided explosive plays on offense and contributed defensively36.
• Jesse Brooks (WR/DB, Sr.): Key two-way contributor, especially in big games36.
• Ryan Levy (K/P, Sr.): Reliable special teams weapon, also recognized for key performances36.
• The Colts’ offense regularly scored 40+ points, and their defense posted multiple shutouts.

Season Summary

Half Hollow Hills West’s 2024 season was defined by offensive dominance, defensive strength, and a run to the Suffolk Division III championship game. Their only two losses came to eventual champion Sayville, both in competitive matchups. The Colts cemented their status as one of Suffolk County’s elite programs, finishing 9-2 and as county runner-up3467.