West Islip Battles Through Division

The West Islip Lions had a competitive 2024 season in Section XI Division II, finishing with a 4-5 overall record and a 3-5 mark in league play.

Season Highlights

• The Lions opened the season with a 7-38 loss to East Islip but bounced back with a 28-7 win over Centereach.
• They secured key victories against Northport (14-7), Deer Park (42-0), and Brentwood (28-14).
• West Islip faced tough losses to strong opponents such as Half Hollow Hills East (0-26), North Babylon (28-55), and Smithtown West (16-35).
• Their season concluded with a competitive 14-21 loss to West Babylon.

Team Notes

• West Islip’s defense was a strong point, recording a shutout against Deer Park and holding several opponents to under 20 points.
• The offense showed flashes of effectiveness, particularly in their wins where they scored 28 or more points.
• The Lions demonstrated resilience and competitiveness throughout the season.

Season Summary

West Islip’s 2024 campaign was marked by solid team effort and key victories in a tough Division II landscape. With a 4-5 record, the Lions laid a foundation to build upon and looked to improve in the upcoming seasons.