Hampton Bays Reclaims the Gridiron

The Hampton Bays Baymen returned to varsity football in 2024 after a two-year hiatus, finishing with a 3-5 overall record in Suffolk Division IV and just missing the playoffs58.

Regular Season Highlights

• Wins:
  • Defeated Wyandanch 38-6 (Sept. 27) behind a balanced offensive effort38.
  • Won the Mayor’s Cup rivalry game against Southampton 39-14 (Oct. 18), a highlight of the season for the community358.
  • Closed the season with a 48-28 victory over Port Jefferson (Nov. 1), showcasing their offensive firepower38.
• Competitive Games:
  • Scored 25 points in a 25-36 loss at Greenport/Southold/Mattituck (Sept. 20)38.
  • Opened the season with a 12-40 loss at Shoreham-Wading River (Sept. 14)378.
  • Fell 0-14 at Center Moriches (Oct. 5), showing defensive improvement38.
  • Lost 12-35 at Mount Sinai (Oct. 25)38.
  • Suffered a 0-47 defeat to John Glenn (Oct. 11), one of the top teams in the division38.

Key Players and Notes

• Team Leadership: Junior Josh Reyes and other upperclassmen provided leadership and stability as the program returned to varsity play for the first time since 20215.
• Coaching: Head coach Mr. Gil and assistant coach Mr. Sutton revitalized the program, emphasizing development, teamwork, and community pride5.
• Offense: The Baymen scored 30+ points in all three wins, showing their ability to capitalize against comparable opponents38.
• Defense: The unit posted a strong effort in the win over Wyandanch and kept Center Moriches to just two touchdowns in a close loss8.

Season Summary

Hampton Bays’ 2024 season marked a successful return to varsity football, finishing 3-5 and narrowly missing the playoffs58. The Baymen delivered memorable wins over Wyandanch, Southampton, and Port Jefferson, reigniting community excitement and laying a strong foundation for the future. With a core of returning players and renewed program energy, Hampton Bays is well-positioned for continued growth in 2025.