The William Floyd girls’ varsity basketball team recently held a “Coaches vs. Cancer/Score for a Cure” game against Riverhead to raise funds for cancer research. The event included a shoot-a-thon, and proceeds from concessions and t-shirt sales contributed to nearly $650 raised for the American Cancer Society.
Players wore pink t-shirts during the game, each featuring the name of someone important in their lives who has battled cancer. Head coach Rich Sinclair said, “Coach Sinclair expressed thanks to the student-athletes and their families, the William Floyd teachers, and the entire school community for their generosity.”
On the court, William Floyd defeated Riverhead 81-32, improving their record at that time to 6-0. Junior Savannah Pantry led with 24 points and 13 rebounds, while freshman Taleah Coppola added 12 points, seven steals, and five assists.
The Colonials now hold a 6-2 league record (7-3 overall) as they prepare for another playoff run.
The William Floyd School District serves over 9,400 students across ten schools on Long Island’s south shore in Suffolk County. The district offers programs in STEM, career training, arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities. It has received recognition for its music education program and business department. According to its official website, the district encourages collaboration among students, parents, educators, staff, and community members to support student development in various areas.
Superintendent Kevin Coster leads the district with April Coppola as board president and Robert Taiani as vice president. The central offices are located in Mastic Beach, New York.[source]
