Tigers Fight in Competitive Division II

The Northport Tigers had a competitive 2024 season in Section XI Division II, finishing with a 6-3 overall record and making a playoff appearance.

Regular Season Highlights

• Northport started strong with wins over Huntington (27-6) and West Islip (28-14).
• They suffered a close 7-0 loss at Bellport but bounced back with a thrilling 20-19 victory over North Babylon.
• The Tigers faced tough opponents, including a 27-41 loss to East Islip and a 0-27 defeat against Half Hollow Hills East.
• Northport dominated Deer Park 49-0 and routed Smithtown East 49-7 late in the season.

Playoff Appearance

Northport’s season ended in a hard-fought playoff game against North Babylon, where they narrowly lost 20-27.

Key Players

Standouts included Gio Valenti, Luke Loiacono, Reid Johansen, and Zac Loh, who were recognized as players of the game in various matchups. The team showed balanced effort on both offense and defense throughout the season.

Season Summary

With a 6-3 record, Northport demonstrated resilience and competitiveness in a tough Division II field. Their ability to win close games and strong performances against quality opponents set a solid foundation for the program moving forward.