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Pride Port

A Blank Slate Media Special Section • September 15, 2023

2023 Pride in Port Schedule of Events

SATURDAY, SEPT. 23

The Annual Hall of Fame Ceremony and Breakfast

Schreiber High School Auditorium, 8:30 a.m.

2023 Inductees

Patrick Badolato (Class of 1980)

Patrick Doyle (Class of 1982)

Jeff Froccaro (Class of 2009)

John ‘Jack’ Gibbons (Class of 1960)

Stephanie Joannon (for service, 1979-2022)

Angela Matinale (Class of 2007)

Pre-Parade Entertainment

10:30 a.m.

Pride in Port Parade

Belleview Ave to Schreiber HS

11:30 a.m.

Grand Marshals: Nicholas Center Navigators

Free Luncheon & Free Bingo for Seniors 55+

Schreiber High School Cafeteria

12:30 p.m.

All Seniors Welcome; Reservations: 516-883-6656

Family Fun Day on Campus Drive

12:30

Activities & Free Rides

5:15

Homecoming Football Game

2:00 p.m.

Schreiber HS vs. Hempstead HS

Athletic Hall of Fame

Induction at Halftime

A full day to celebrate Pride in Port

This year’s 34th Pride in Port activities will take place from Thursday, September 21 through Saturday, September 23. The full day event, which showcases what pride in community is all about, takes place on the 23rd.

On Thursday, September 21, Girls Volleyball is at 6:45 p.m. On Friday, September 22, there will be the traditional Pride in Port pep rally at 2:00 p.m. on the Schreiber High School turf field. A girls Varsity Soccer game starts at 4:00 p.m. and the boys Varsity Soccer game is at 7:00 p.m. In addition, Boys Volleyball is at 6:45 p.m., and Girls Tennis is at 5:00 p.m.

To kick off Pride in Port Saturday events, the Annual Schreiber Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony & Breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m. with a continental breakfast in the lobby, followed by the Awards Ceremony in the auditorium at 9:00 a.m. Each year, Schreiber alumni who excelled in sports are honored. This year’s inductees are Patrick Badolato (Class of 1980), Patrick Doyle (Class of 1982), Jeff Froccaro (Class of 2009), John ‘Jack’ Gibbons (Class of 1960), Stephanie Joannon (for service, 1979-2022), and Angela Matinale (Class of 2007).

The Pride in Port parade involves dozens of organizations and participation by every public school. Before the parade starts at 11:30 a.m.

on Main Street near Belleview Avenue, great local entertainment will be featured near the LIRR station. Beginning at 10:45 a.m., the National Anthem will be followed by demonstrations by World Taekwondo Academy and Blue Moon Martial Arts, and a performance by the Red Stocking Revue/CancerCare singers.

This year’s Parade Grand Marshals will be the Nicholas Center Navigators. They are being recognized for their outstanding partnerships with local non-profit agencies on various community service projects. The Athletic Hall of Fame inductees will ride in convertible cars and all of the schools will participate in multiple ways, including a parade favorite featuring beautiful floats that demonstrate each school’s Pride in Port.

The Parade ends at Campus Drive, followed by Family Fun Day at 12:30 p.m. on the field inside the track. It features rides and activities (rides are free; there is a nominal fee for some activities), and, for the first time, a Food Court with food trucks and booths. The Food Court Village will be located in the parking lot between Weber’s multi-purpose room and the track from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.

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EDITOR

OFFICE MANAGER

Holly Blank

REPORTERS

Brandon Duffy

Cameryn Oakes

Karina Kovac

MARKETING DIRECTOR

Sue Tabakin

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Rosemarie Palacios

Steven Blank

ART DIRECTOR

Yvonne Farley

EDITORIAL DESIGNER

Lorens Morris

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES

Stacy Shaughnessy

Melissa Spitalnick

Wendy Kates

Barbara Kaplan

Marie Musacchio

PHOTO BY DEBBIE GRECO COHEN

Some members of the Pride in Port organizing committee following a recent meeting.

A full day to celebrate Pride in Port

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For senior citizens there is a free luncheon in the Schreiber cafeteria (call 8836656 to reserve a space), followed by free bingo. The Town of North Hempstead provides bus transportation for the senior citizens from the Port Washington Adult Activities Center parking lot at 80 Manorhaven Boulevard. It will also stop at Landmark on Main Street to the parade, then to Schreiber for the luncheon.

Schreiber’s homecoming football game starts at 2:00 p.m. versus Hempstead High School.

With the intention of making Pride in Port a true Family Fun Day, the committee is organizing a cornhole tournament and square dancing. Starting at 3:00 p.m., there will be a cornhole tournament on Seeber Field, challenging teams of children or adults and children to play for their elementary school, middle school house, or high school team/club activity. Each game is $10 per team. The winning elementary school, middle school house and high school club/team will win five cornhole sets. At 5:15 p.m., after cornhole has ended, the field will be the site of free line dancing and square dancing. Everyone is encouraged to participate regardless of age. Come as a pair or by yourself – we’ll match you up!

The Pride in Port committee wishes to thank all of the sponsors and volunteers who help make this very full day’s event possible. Go Port!

- Submitted by the Pride in Port committee

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Pride in Port is returning Sept. 21-23 to celebrate 34 years of community pride in Port Washington.

Festivities kick off Sept. 21 with a girls volleyball game at 6:45 p.m.

Celebrations continue on Sept. 22 with a traditional Pride in Port pep rally at 2 p.m. on the Schreiber High School turf field. Girls varsity soccer will begin playing at 4 p.m., followed by a boys varsity soccer game at 7 p.m.

Girls tennis will also compete at 5 p.m. that Friday along with boys volleyball at 6:45 p.m.

The full-day event will take place Sept. 23 kicked off by the annual Schreiber Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony & Breakfast, which will honor Schreiber alumni for their excellence in athletics.

This year’s inductees are Patrick Badolato (Class of 1980), Patrick Doyle (Class of 1982), Jeff Froccaro (Class of 2009), John “Jack” Gibbons (Class of 1960), Stephanie Joannon (for service, 1979-2022) and Angela Matinale (Class of 2007).

A continental breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m. in the lobby. The awards ceremony will follow in the auditorium at 9 a.m.

The Pride in Port parade will begin at 11:30 a.m. after the award ceremony, featuring dozens of local organizations and every public school. The parade will start on Main Street near Belleview Avenue and end at Campus Drive.

The parade will be led by its grand marshals, the Nicholas Center Navigators, who are being recognized for their partnership with local nonprofit agencies through various community service projects.

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The newest Athletic Hall of Fame inductees will also be featured in the parade, riding in convertible cars in the procession.

Each school will also contribute a float for the parade to demonstrate its personal pride in Port.

After the parade’s conclusion, Family Fun Day will begin at 12:30 p.m. on the field inside the track. Festivities will include free rides and activities, some of which will cost a fee.

A cornhole tournament will commence at 3 p.m. on Seeber Field. Teams of children or adults and children can play to represent their elementary school, middle school house or high school team/club activity.

The winning elementary school, middle school house or high school club/team must win five cornhole sets.

Each cornhold game is $10 per team.

After the tournament, the field will host free line dancing and square dancing starting at 5:15 p.m. Participants can come in pairs or solo to be matched up with a dancing partner.

For the first time, the Family Fun Day will include a food court with food trucks and booths. The food court will be open from noon until 6 p.m. in the parking lot between Weber’s multipurpose room and the track.

Schreiber High School’s homecoming football game against Hempstead High School will begin at 2 p.m.

Senior citizens are eligible for a free luncheon and bingo in the Schreiber cafeteria. Individuals can call 883-6656 to reserve a spot at the luncheon.

Bus transportation will be provided for seniors by the Town of North Hempstead from the Port Washington Adult Activities Center parking lot at 80 Manorhaven Blvd. The bus will also stop at Landmark on Main Street to the parade before arriving at Schreiber for the luncheon.

The Pride in Port committee thanks all of the sponsors and volunteers who help make this event possible.

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The Nicholas Center Navigators Pride in Port Grand Marshals

One of the favorite events that will take place during this year’s Pride in Port celebration is the Parade. Aside from participation by all Port Washington schools, Police and Fire Departments and dozens of organizations, is the selection of a Grand Marshal chosen to lead the Parade. The Grand Marshals for the 34th Pride in Port Parade will be The Nicholas Center Navigators.

The Nicholas Center's core values include community service - The Nicholas Center Navigators assist, support and volunteer with local non-profit organizations by engaging in community service projects. This serves to achieve their mission of “being

woven into the fabric of the community.” Currently, the Navigators volunteer with more than 25 local organizations, including the Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington Chamber of Commerce, North Shore Animal League, the Business Improvement District, and Plant-a-Row-for-the-Hungry.

"The Nicholas Center is honored to be recognized as an integral part of the Port Washington community as Grand Marshals for Pride in Port 2023,” The Nicholas Center’s Co-Founder Stella L. Spanakos said. “For a population facing 85% unemployment and under-engagement, marching in a parade means acceptance

and inclusion..it means the world! We are thrilled!"

While this is the first year The Nicholas Navigators will march as Grand Marshals, they are cheered on as they march the parade route each year along with their peers from The Nicholas Center and Spectrum Designs Foundation. Founded in 2011, The Nicholas Center has revolutionized the way Autistic adults learn, live and work by offering vocational training, supported employment, meaningful community-based projects and vital peer connections. Visit tncnewyork.org to learn more about this vibrant and important organization.

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The Nicholas Center Navigators volunteering in the community. Two examples include the Growing Love Community Garden and Food Pantry distribution, Port Provides Powered by The Nicholas Center.

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Senior Citizens Invited to Pride in Port Luncheon

One of the favorite events that take place each year during Pride in Port is a luncheon honoring the community’s senior citizens. This year’s Pride in Port celebration will be held on Saturday, September 23. The senior luncheon, which will be held in the Schreiber High School cafeteria, begins at 12:30 p.m. immediately following the parade.

Schreiber High School cheerleaders have graciously volunteered to serve lunch to the senior citizens who attend the luncheon.

For the first time, in lieu of live entertainment, the Pride in Port committee has instead decided to offer free bingo with great prizes to the seniors attending the luncheon.

Schreiber High School is located at 101 Campus Drive and the cafeteria is to the left of the main entrance to the building. Reservations required. Luncheon limited to 100 people. Please call 516883-6656 to reserve a spot for lunch and with questions.

The Pride in Port commit-

tee thanks Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, S.F. Falconer’s Florist and The Peter & Jeri Dejana Foundation for generously sponsoring the senior luncheon.

Bus transportation is available to and from the parade and luncheon. The bus will leave the Port Washington Adult Activities Center located at 80 Manorhaven Boulevard at 10:30 a.m. There is ample parking in the Center lot. The bus will make a stop at the bus stop in front of Landmark on Main Street at 10:45 a.m. and arrive at the LIRR Station at 11 a.m., where there will be special seating to view the Pride in Port parade. When the parade ends, the bus will bring seniors to the Schreiber cafeteria for the luncheon. Afterwards, the bus will take the seniors back to the railroad station, the Landmark building, and the Senior Center. In the event of inclement weather, call 516-883-6656 for a revised bus schedule directly to Schreiber High School for the luncheon.

Pride in Port’s Expanded Family Fun Day!

Immediately following the Pride in Port parade on Saturday, September 23, Campus Drive will host a Homecoming Football Game on the turf field and Family Fun Day inside of and surrounding the track.

A new Food Court Village featuring food trucks and booths will be located in the parking lot between Weber and the track from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. The delicious choices include All-American Wonton, The Boss, No Good Burger Joint, Philly Pretzel Factory, Rosie’s Grilled Cheese, Smusht, Sweet Love Company, Yummy Gyro, and possible more!

Starting at 12:30 p.m., Family Fund Day’s traditional rides and activities will be expanded from previous years. Rides are free; there is a nominal fee for some activities.

For senior citizens, there is a free luncheon in the Schreiber cafeteria, followed by free bingo. Call 883-6656 to reserve a space and inquire about a free Town of North Hempstead bus.

Schreiber’s homecoming football game starts at 2:00 p.m. versus Hempstead High School.

Also new this year, the Pride in Port committee has organized a cornhole tournament and square dancing. Starting at 3:00 p.m.,

the cornhole tournament will take place on the field between Schreiber and Weber, challenging teams of children or adults and children to play for their elementary school, middle school house, or high school team/ club activity. Each game is $10 per team. The winning elementary school, middle school house and high school club/team will win five cornhole sets.

At 5:15 p.m., after cornhole has ended, the field will be the site of free line dancing and square dancing. Everyone can participate regardless of age. Come with a partner or by yourself and get matched up!

Go Port!

Senior citizens enjoy a wonderful free luncheon and music during the 2022 Pride in Port Senior Luncheon.

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Annual Schreiber Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony

To kick off Pride in Port Saturday events, the Annual Schreiber Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony & Breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m. with a continental breakfast in the lobby, followed by the Awards Ceremony in the auditorium at 9:00 a.m. This year’s inductees are Patrick Badolato (Class of 1980), Patrick Doyle (Class of 1982), Jeff Froccaro (Class of 2009), John ‘Jack’ Gibbons (Class of 1960), Stephanie Joannon (for service, 1979-2022), and Angela Matinale (Class of 2007).

Patrick Badolato Class of 1980

As a football and lacrosse stand out, Pat Badalato was one of the most respected athletes to participate on the fields of Port Washington. He proved that team camaraderie, the passion of the competition, and the willingness to dedicate himself to the sports he loved would lead to personal success.

Pat played for Coach Biro for 3 years as a linebacker, and half back.

Patrick Doyle Class of 1982

As Pat Doyle was growing up, his love of sports, particularly football and lacrosse, began at the age of 8 on Port’s PYA fields, coached by his father Pat, Sr. and the legendary Harvey Cohen.

As a football standout playing fullback and linebacker, Pat was a 3x Varsity letter winner. Playing for Coach Dan Biro, the team may not have been outstanding, but the personal success Pat had in that sport, led him to the success that he

Jeff Froccaro Class of 2009

Jeff Froccaro was one of the most decorated lacrosse players of his time, and actually in the history of Port Washington, however, also played football earning two Varsity letters and was a letter winner in wrestling.

As a freshman wrestler he was a standout at the 152 lb. weight class. During football, he was two-way player, as a sophomore, leading the team as a running back and a linebacker. An MVP that year, and a member of the NYSPHSAA Scholar Athlete Team, sadly, his football career ended with a sidelining injury.

John ‘Jack’ Gibbons Class of 1960

Before there were awards of All-County or All-American, there was participation and pride with the meaning of being on a team, and what it meant to wear your ‘Varsity Jacket’. Such was the experience of Jack Gibbons.

Jack was a frontrunner and decisive player on the football and basketball teams while at Schreiber. As a ’55-’56 freshman, Jack played on the JV football team. During his sophomore year his leadership was recognized, as he was named captain

He was a not only just a team member of the varsity team for 3 years with season records of sophomore –5-3, junior 5-2-1 and 4-4, but served as a captain his senior year. He finished his career with All-County honors and was the recipient of the Leo Costello Award.

His football career only aided in his tenacity, skill, aggressiveness, and all around love of the game of lacrosse. As an Attack/Midfield player, Pat was an outstanding player and was described as

achieved in lacrosse. He was a 2x captain during his junior and senior years, and named to the Grid Iron 51 team (All-County).

It wasn’t until he was 10 that he was recruited to play goalie. It was said that his coach ‘needed someone who could handle the stick, was fearless and had excellent reflexes’.

As a sophomore, Pat was granted All-Division honors. As a junior, he had a season high of 250 saves. He was named All-Division and AllCounty. Senior year, the team finished 14-4, with Pat being named All-Division, All-County and All-American.

Jeff was the first 8th grader on the Varsity team. Coach Ken Case termed Jeff as ‘One of the most dynamic and high achieving lacrosse players to have graced these fields. He paved the way not only for other family members, but for other lacrosse greats that idolized him and his excellent ability’. His career at Schreiber broke ground for his achievements that took him to Princeton University, where he continued to enjoy amazing success. As a freshman for Port, he immediately achieved Honorable All-County honors and was granted All-County the following year.

Jeff was selected by Inside Lacrosse Magazine as one of the

of both JV football and basketball.

As a junior, Jack excelled in football, earning his first varsity letter and duplicated it with his participation in basketball. As a senior, Jack rose to earning the same letters for both sports, but also served as captain for both teams. Upon graduation, he received the prestigious Chet McDonough Award.

Sports and academics took Jack initially to University of Colorado and then on to Colby College, graduating in 1964, he participated his junior and senior years playing basketball, earning Varsity letters both years.

In 1964, Jack entered the Navy;

one of the ‘best’ lacrosse greats of his time. Pat played his sophomore through senior years, each year enjoyed playoff appearances. He was named captain his senior year, and was honored with the MVP award, All-County and Honorable Mention All-American distinction.

Pat started his love of the game as a PYA member of a team full of great athletes and teammates. Actually undefeated for three years running, lacrosse names include, Marty Bergin, Clint Rowland, Billy

He was the only goal keeper among 10 other NC players to receive that honor, and the first All-American named for Port Washington for several years, and only goalkeeper to receive such high honors. Pat indicated that he learned to channel his aggression and discipline himself through his participation in sports and particularly in the goal. The fearlessness, skill, determination, fortitude and drive to excel, helped shape Pat’s life.

Pat went on to the Naval Academy and then to Cornell University, where as a sophomore, he appeared in all 12 games. As situations present-

nation’s top 25 rising juniors. He received All-County honors, Honorable Mention All-American, and was also on the Long Island gold medal team at the NYS Empire games.

Jeff’s strength, fortitude and ability took him far beyond expectations. Finishing his high school career with 139 goals, 65 assists, 469 ground balls and a 71 face-off win percentage; his superior work ethic, created a remarkable destiny. He was awarded All-American honors from US Lacrosse and Under Armor, won the John Driscoll Award as the County’s Most Outstanding Midfielder, was named to the Newsday All-Long Island team and was also titled All-County. He was again se-

his leadership, with the title of Captain, was a Vietnam Veteran. His passion for sports, allowed him to participate while in the military, as he was named captain of the basketball team at the US Navy Base in Sasebo, Japan. It was there that he received his first honors as a team member, besides a ‘letter’, as he was named to play in the All-Armed Forces Japan Basketball Tournament in 1965. They were Team Champions, he was named Tournament MVP, as the Tournament scoring leader.

Post Navy, Jack was hired by the Port Washington school district as a Social Studies Teacher at Weber

Owens, Mark Mauro, Nick Kelly, Timmy O’Connell and many more. His coaches along the way were the many dads who gave their time, knowledge and patience to develop these players into the feeder program for the High School. There were no ‘travel clubs’ then, just hard working fanatics of the game. Coach Case knew that through the years, he didn’t have to teach basics; he was able to bring the team immediately to a higher level.

Pat went on to play locally for

ed themselves, Pat then transferred to CW Post, where he was a standout and captain of his team. It was fitting that the ‘end’ of his local playing career with the North Hempstead Lacrosse Club, back with his adored Coach Cohen

Upon starting his family in the Delray Beach area of Florida, Pat became frustrated with the miles and time travelled to provide a great lacrosse program for his kids. Initially, involved with the Boca Jets, he asked fellow Port Washington Hall of Famer Chris Kane to help him start a youth program for their area. It was an

lected by Inside Lacrosse as one of the nation’s Top 50 Incoming College Freshman.

His academics were an integral part of his lacrosse journey, he was awarded Academic All-County by NCLCA, was a part of the NYSPHSAA Scholar Athlete team, 3x NCLCA Academic All-Conference, one-time NCLCA Academic All-County award winner, 2x NYSPHSAA Scholar Athlete team, as well as a NYS Science Honor Society Winner.

No doubt, he went on to be a 3-year starter for Princeton University, yet, playing in every game of his college career, where he achieved top 5 on the team of scoring every year. He was a USILA HM All-Amer-

Jr. High. As a treasured teacher, he taught from 1971-1974 before moving ‘out east’ to Cutchogue, where he was hired at the Mattituck Junior Senior High School.

Although a gifted and well-like teacher in Mattituck, his passion for sports returned, as he became a coach in 1982 for all four seasons at the school; Jr. High boys’ soccer and basketball, girls’ basketball and co-ed track. He said that ‘his career as an athlete meant so much more than just playing sports. It was an educational experience that taught me about selfdiscipline, team work, the value of pushing oneself to excel, sportsman-

Adelphi University, where he was awarded a four year scholarship. During his freshman year, he was part of an exciting starting freshmen midfield line made up of 2 freshmen and 1 sophomore. Adelphi won the DII Championship that year.

He continued to play post collegiately with Harvey’s Lax Club, where he was part of a Championship team, competing with some of the best players in the country, yet playing on an all Port Washington team, and was an All-Club selection.

automatic success, as the program dedicated itself to some 300-400 boys and girls. Initially it started as a youth program, partially modeled after Port’s PYA, however it grew immediately from just a ‘recreational’ program to providing tournament teams named ‘Riptide’. As a great feeder program to the large high schools in the area, ‘Riptide’ soon became a premier lacrosse program for southern Florida.

Pat still lives in the Delray area and has been the President and VicePresident of the Delray Beach Athletic Club for 10 years.

ican his sophomore year, First team All-Ivy Selection his junior year, a 2x Second team All-Ivy selection during his freshman and senior years, and as the 2010 and 2012 Ivy League Champions, had NCAA Tournament appearances. He was named Ivy League player of the week, during his junior year, and Ivy League Rookie of the Week each of the first two weeks of the season. He ended his career with 87 goals, 36 assists, 142 ground balls, and a 47.9 face-off percentage.

The drive and determination is truly remarkable. The principle of hard work is something that has taught him the motivation that he possesses today.

ship, and so many other values that we all should value. Coaching was an opportunity to move student learning from the classroom to the athletic field, as a means to enhance character development’.

Jack retired from teaching in 2002, and became an adjunct Professor for Long Island University. He has written and published a book, a primer on climate change entitled “Human-Caused Global Warming and Climate Change: Understanding the Science”, where he has taken the science of this difficult, yet pertinent issue, and made it accessible to teachers, students and policy-makers.

Annual Schreiber Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony

Stephanie Joannon Service 42 years

Whether known as Ms. Joannon, ‘Coach Jo’, or Stephanie, it is more than clear that Stephanie Joannon has been an unwavering part of the Port Washington Physical Education and Athletics Department for a lifetime. She excelled every year, with pride, determination and achievement. Her prowess in the fields of physical education and athletics has shaped the individual that she has been, and continues to be today.

In 1979, Stephanie entered the Port Washington School District and

Angela Matinale Class of 2007

Earning 13 Varsity letters through her career, Angela ranks at the top of achievement while at Schreiber. It is also fitting that she be inducted today, as she embodied a strong work ethic, determination to succeed and team effort, no matter the position.

In the fall, playing soccer for 4 years, she earned All-Class as the starting goalkeeper during her sophomore year, finished undefeated in regular season play, and won the Conference V title. She went on to accumulate All-County honors in

quickly initiated girls’ Varsity soccer. She led her teams, over 28 years to 289 wins. Four time conference championships, ‘Coach of the Year’, ‘team sportsmanship awardees’, and served as the Nassau County Girls’ Sports Coordinator.

For 25 years, Stephanie coached girls’ basketball, and under her leadership, the team qualified for the Nassau County playoffs every year, and was the first female basketball coach in the county to win 300 games, a true magnanimous feat! She had a total career record of 326180, winning four conference titles. Her dedication, commitment, and

her junior year, and the team’s MVP award with a total of 117 saves. During her senior year, she was awarded All Class, and a position on the Exceptional Senior Team. In addition, she was the recipient of the Tyler Rauzon Memorial Award.

Basketball was her sport for the winter, and her favorite. As a player since 5, she was the first 8th grader brought up for the JV team. A participant for 4 Varsity seasons, her junior year, stood out, as she was selected All-Division and MVP for her exceptional play. Schreiber travelled to the Florida to compete in the Girls Basketball KSA Holiday Tournament.

Angela was selected on the All-Tour-

efforts for the entire County afforded her 2016 Induction in to the New York State Basketball Hall of Fame.

In her 21 years as the Varsity softball coach, and the FIRST varsity softball coach, Stephanie led her teams to 2 conference titles and a career record of 204-136. She was selected four times as ‘Conference Softball Coach of the Year’.

She said of her coaching career,” The most rewarding aspects of coaching are the relationships with players and the sharing of emotions that come with a varsity season. Coaching enriched my life every day”.

nament Team, as well as the Lady Viking Tournament team. She held the team record for rebounds (54) in a single game vs. Jericho!!

Angela turned to Softball in the spring. She had easily established her athletic ability during basketball, so when encouraged to play on the Varsity team as an 8th grader, there was no question. As a freshman, she won All-Conference honors, and Nassau County Conference II Champions. As a sophomore, she was awarded All-County honors and junior and senior years repeated All-Conference nods. She also won the Steadfast Award for her exceptional leadership on the team, and unwavering com-

Stephanie became the Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics of the Port Washington School District in 2008. In that time, she oversaw the construction of the sunken turf field, bleachers, creation of the upper field and lower turf fields, the transition of the baseball field, and other initiatives. It truly is a monumental job that is never appreciated, as popular and tough decisions are always made. In 2014, she was named “Physical Education Director of the Year” by the NYSAHPERD.

There are numerous other achievements that Stephanie has

mitment. Upon graduation, Angela was bestowed the Schreiber Athletic Achievement Award and the Tom Romeo Excellence in Physical Education award.

She went on to play Soccer at Adelphi University, and kept involved with the PW Soccer Club, the Fire and Ice Softball Club and LI Extreme Basketball.

It is obvious that athletics and being a team member and leader are important aspects of Angela’s life. She majored in Physical Education and has been the Varsity Softball Coach at Oyster Bay, where in 2014, won the NC Class B Championship. She ‘gave back’ to Port, as a volunteer

in her portal. In 2006, she was honored by the NS Sports Commission with its Lifetime Achievement Award. She was honored in the NYSAHPERD as the 2014 ‘Physical Education Director of the Year’, and was honored with the prestigious induction into the Nassau County High School Athletic Hall of Fame, as an administrator and a Coach. Today, we honor Stephanie, not only for her many years of service, but for the love of the game, to honor the coach that changed lives of players in the district, and most of all to show our appreciation for all Stephanie has done for athletics in our community.

Softball Coach in 2008 and 2009, and served as the JV Coach in 2010.

Angela is presently the newly appointed Athletic Director at Lawrence School District. While working on her Administrative Degree, she served as an intern in the Schreiber Athletic Office last summer.

Induction into the Paul D Schreiber High School Hall of Fame, certainly recognizes the most honored and skilled athletes. Angela’s commitment to her teammates, the sport, her willingness to help others, her desire to promote athletics and her leadership amongst many athletes only adds to her enormous qualifications for this honor.

Port Washington High School Athletic Hall of Fame Members

Joseph Augustino ‘36 *

Patrick Badolato ‘80

John Ballantyne ‘65

David Beck ‘69

Kevin Beck ‘70

Debbie Ann Beckford ‘79

Randy Beil ‘79

Robin (Beil)Mansfield ‘76

Barbara Belanich ‘50

Anthony Bellomo ‘88

Marianne Berndt ‘97

Marco Bertolotti ‘10

James Beslity ‘71

Ashley Birch ‘96

Brian Birch ‘93

Dan Biro ’48 *

Joan Biscaro ’55 Service

Max Blank ‘66

Corey Bodner ‘97

Lauren Bracchi ‘98

Christin (Bracken) Archer ‘97

Caitlin (Bracken) Gould ‘01

Lisa Bradley ‘83

Thomas Brown ‘75

Timothy Browne ‘92

John Broza, Service *

Robert Busby, Service *

Steven Butcher ‘82

Sarah Caban ‘95

Jon Camera ‘90

Robert Caprariello ‘80

Donald Carmichael ‘35 *

Noel Certain ‘57

MaryBeth Chester ‘85

Barry Cohen ‘76

David Cohen ‘98

Richard Cornell ‘49

Bart Cosolito ‘50

James Cosolito ‘72

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William Cronin ‘70

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RoseMarie (D’Agostino)

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James Dalimonte, Jr. ‘84

Ron Daniel ‘59

Neni (Davis) Lewis ‘78

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Alan Joseph Dinn ‘19 *

Arnold Donado, ‘07

Susan (Dorn) Barth ‘56

Patrick Doyle ‘82

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Nicole Dumpson ‘00

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Carole (Dunnells) Miller ‘51

Thomas Eletto ‘90

Charles Evanosky ‘29

John Fasano ‘47

Joseph Fasano ‘50

Jon Fitzgerald ‘75

Caitlin Fitzpatrick ‘06

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Nathaniel Francis ‘00

Alison (Fraser)Heisler ‘85

Marcel Freeman ‘78

Mavis Freeman ‘36 *

Jeff Froccaro ‘09

Kathy(Gallagher)Doughty ‘71

Michael Gallagher ‘89

Margaret (Garofalo) Tomic ‘99

John “Jack” Gibbons ‘60

Barbara(Grant) Copp ‘24*

Susan (Graser) Weiss ‘98

William Greet ‘26

Susan Hall ‘54

Jason Ham ‘00

Elizabeth (Hausman) Holdstein ‘74

Jacqueline Hehir ‘04

Deborah (Henderson)

Feil ‘93

Lindsay (Hicks) Reeves ‘75

Todd Higgins ‘91

Charles Hoffman ‘82

Joan Hohenrath ‘49

Jennifer Honen ‘82

Paul Hursh ‘49

Ryland Hyghue ‘77

Ernest H. Jackson ’54 *

Ann W. James ‘55

Dr. Frank Jenkins ‘30

Albert Jessen ‘46

Andy Jessen ‘41

Stephanie Joannon, Service

William”Billy”Johnson ‘66

Nate Jordan ‘67

David Kahn, ‘98

Christopher J. Kane ‘74

Charles A. Karazia ‘33

Elizabeth Kelly ‘ 82

Kelly Kilcrease ‘82

Janet (Kobe) Graseck ‘49

Christine Kubin ‘92

Brandon Kurz ‘98

Jennifer Langton ‘93

Timothy Langton ‘92

Lindsay Levin ‘03

Michael Levine ‘75

Jack Leyden ’29Mary Helen(Lipton)Hill ‘52

Edwin “Lem” Lovejoy ’28 *

Joseph Lynch ‘76

Michael Madura ‘79

Bruce MacDonald, Service “Doc” Mace, Service *

Erin (Maguire) Alley ‘85

Nora (Maguire) White ‘88

Stan Makover, Service

Nina (Mandel) Atkinson ‘99

Margaret Mamet Schaulis-Zion‘57

Jennifer Marra ‘86

Joseph Marra ‘49

Richard Marra ‘56

Torr Marro ‘89

Angela Matinale ‘07

Michael McCargo ‘87

Charles “Chet” McDonough ‘47

James McKenna ‘75

Diane McLoughlin ‘87

Roberta Meo ‘98

Robert Mesch ‘44

Kevin Meyran ‘97

Barry Milhaven ‘85

Loraine “Dusty” Miller ‘22

Ellen (Minkow) Metelka ‘73

Pamela (Monfort) McDonough ‘74

Robert Dennis Moore ‘67

Aldo Muratore ‘50 *

James Murchie ‘75

Thomas Murray, ‘02

Susanne (Murray) Masi, ‘67

Scott Nagell ‘75

John Nahas ‘79

Rita (Natale)Corte ‘47

Dr. William Navin, Supporter

Elizabeth (Nicholson) Delan ‘51

Michael Nuzzolese ‘78

Todd Okun ‘67

Timothy O’Leary ‘75

Keith Owens ‘83

William Thomas Owens ‘79

Mark Pasquali ‘77

Ray Patten ‘36

Mariquita (Patterson) Gordon ‘81

Dominic Pedone ‘78

Lynn (Porter) Schnepper ‘60

Peter Prudente ‘38

Michael Ragusa, Jr. ‘75

Dr. Ames D. Ressa Jr. ‘72

Harold Rogers ‘61

Thomas Romeo, Service

Linda (Rose) Hickey ‘83

Anne (Ross)Fairbanks ‘41

Anthony Saccone ‘95

Erin Salisbury ‘81

Laney Salisbury ‘84

Anthony Schettino Jr. ‘90

Jill (Schreiber) Kleinmann ‘77

G. Carl Seeber, Service *

Roger N. Sexauer II ‘76

Beth (Shackel) Scott ‘95

Kristina (Shackel) Wood ‘94

Stephen Shackel, Service

Jill (Schreiber) Kleinman ‘77

Christine Shea ‘78

Karen (Skinner) Reid ‘83

Paul “Strap” Smith ‘30

Raymond L. Smith ‘30

Stan Smith ‘37 *

Henry Stanziale ‘93

Thomas Stanziale ‘88

Lisa (Stern) Lax ‘82

Nancy (Stern) Winters ‘82

Sandy Stoddard ‘65

Norman Taylor ‘56

Dr. Joseph M. Teta ‘30

Elsie Imperial Tobin ‘48

Brian Tomeo ‘90

Joseph Vascellaro, Service

Dimitris “Jimmy” Vattes ‘97

Dr. Vija(Vuskalns)Rubans ‘57

Lisa Vogeley, ‘03

John Wade ‘86

Alice (Wallace) O’Leary ‘50

Sarah (Walsh) Kenyon ‘02

Alfred Whitney, Service

Raquel (Wilson) Piraino ‘91

Dr. Edward Wing ‘63

Roger Winter, Service

Sergeant W. Wise ‘41

Wolfgang”Wolfie” Woischke ‘66

Cathy Wood ‘84

Lawrence Zaccherio, Jr. ‘67

Marilyn (Zahn) Veritzan, ‘85

Charles W. Zahn ‘51 *

Katharine (Zebroski) Boiko, ‘02

Megan Zebroski, ‘04

Michael Zirpolo, Service Lewis “Lou” Zwirlein ‘48

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THE YEARS

Caring for your Pets like Family

Elevating Lifestyles with Luxury

As someone dedicated to building a community, I help navigate the journey, ensuring that every aspect of your experience is seamless and rewarding. Start an adventure that elevates your lifestyle and creates friendships that stand the test of time.

AVAILABLE: Sands Point, NY

MLS# 3397349 | $8,800,000

SOLD: Sands Point, NY $6,800,000

SOLD: Manhasset, NY $1,650,000

Bonnie Doran

Associate Real Estate Broker

Charter Member of Gold Circle of Excellence 516.627.4440, c.516.729.5663

bonniedoran@danielgale.com

AVAILABLE: Sands Point, NY

MLS# 3492193 | $9,450,000

SOLD: Sands Point, NY $1,599,000

SOLD: Oyster Bay, NY $1850,000

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READY FOR A LIFESTYLE UPGRADE?

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• Dreaming of a second home or carefree travel without worrying about frozen pipes and landscaping?

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Dawn rignese

Associate Real Estate Broker Gold Circle of Excellence

c.917.642.0884

dawnserignese@danielgale.com 350 Main St., Port Washington, NY

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With almost three decades of experience in real estate and many decades as a Port Washington resident, I’m a proud member of this amazing community. My journey has been marked by success and a passion for helping people find their perfect home.

My clients aren’t just transactions; they’re friends in the community. I’m here to make your real estate journey a seamless and satisfying one, backed by my unwavering attention to detail and commitment to your happiness.

Let’s embark on this journey together, and I’ll show you why I’m your trusted Port Washington expert.

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“Francesca was exceptional in all aspects of selling our home quickly and professionally. From cleaning out 40 years worth of possessions, to painting and attractively staging our home. You cannot find a better realtor anywhere! Top notch in all stages of the process.” - Seller

Francesca Morrocu Blass

Associate Real Estate Broker Gold Circle of Excellence

c.516.857.1750 | francescablass@danielgale.com 350 Main St., Port Washington, NY 11050

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The Fall real estate market is full of opportunities - with the right agent by your side. With over 19 years of experience as a trusted real estate advisor, I have a deep understanding of the current market and can identify opportunities, offer advice and provide guidance for all your real estate needs.

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350 Main St., Port Washington, NY

Pending | 26 Marlin Ln. Port Washington, NY | MLS# 3477071

Pending | 17 Hawthorne Ave. Port Washington, NY | MLS# 3481626

Sold | 68 Roger Dr. Port Washington, NY | MLS# 3447320

Sold | 28 Cardinal Rd. Manhasset, NY | MLS# 3450583

Pending | 42 Executive Drive. Manhasset Hills, NY | MLS# 3486613

Sold | 270-10 Grand Central Pkwy. Floral Park, NY | MLS# 3445154

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