The past three days since I’ve last posted have been chaotic to say the least. I have never had to meet this many deadlines in such a small amount of time. Ever. My team and I were running around all week putting together three news packages consisting of a written article, still photography, and video … Continue reading “Too busy to post”
Tag: Bethpage Ballpark
Ducks fans are birds of a feather
By Peter Lupfer
Longwood High School
The Long Island Ducks’ 2016 season is winding down with an electric atmosphere that surrounds the team and powers the players to victory while also raising all-time attendance close to seven million. The team’s director of marketing said they hold the league records for all time attendance and sellouts.
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Ducks waddle toward milestone: 7 million tix
By Jon Cerini
Salesian High School
With three Atlantic League Championship titles under its bill, the Long Island Ducks baseball team at Bethpage Ballpark in Central Islip is on the brink of breaking a record — visits to the stadium are nearing 7 million since the franchise was hatched 16 years ago.
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A game for all seasons
By Colin Capece and Alex Gelabert
Chaminade High School and Oyster Bay High School
From the upbeat music that blares from the scoreboard to the friendliness of Ducks mascot QuackerJack, there are countless things at the park that appeal to locals. Each game provides a fun-filled experience for kids and adults as well as fans that can’t get enough of the team.
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