Wyandanch Finds Offensive Spark

The Wyandanch Warriors finished the 2024 season with a 2-6 overall record in Suffolk Division IV, showing flashes of offensive potential and resilience despite a challenging schedule.

Regular Season Highlights

• Wins:
  • Defeated Southampton 39-14 (Sept. 21) with a strong offensive performance.
  • Earned a 38-27 victory over Port Jefferson (Oct. 19), marking their second win of the season.
• Competitive Efforts:
  • Put up 14 points against Shoreham-Wading River, despite a 59-14 defeat.
  • Scored in every game except for the opener, consistently moving the ball even against top teams.
• Challenging Losses:
  • Fell to Center Moriches (8-48) in the season opener.
  • Lost to Hampton Bays (6-38), Bayport-Blue Point (6-42), Greenport-Southold-Mattituck (8-46), and John Glenn (8-42), facing several of Division IV’s playoff contenders.

Game-by-Game Results

• 09/13/2024: at Center Moriches – L 8-48
• 09/21/2024: vs Southampton – W 39-14
• 09/27/2024: at Hampton Bays – L 6-38
• 10/05/2024: vs Shoreham-Wading River – L 14-59
• 10/11/2024: vs Bayport-Blue Point – L 6-42
• 10/19/2024: vs Port Jefferson – W 38-27
• 10/25/2024: at Greenport/Southold/Mattituck – L 8-46
• 11/02/2024: at John Glenn – L 8-42

Team Notes

• Offense: The Warriors showed the ability to score in bunches, particularly in their two wins, and managed to put points on the board in every contest.
• Defense: The team struggled against high-powered offenses, giving up 38 or more points in six of eight games.
• Resilience: Despite a tough schedule and several lopsided losses, Wyandanch continued to compete and celebrated two well-earned victories.

Season Summary

Wyandanch’s 2024 campaign was marked by determination and moments of offensive success. With two wins and competitive stretches against several opponents, the Warriors laid groundwork for future growth as they look to build more consistency in the seasons ahead.