During the Jan. 9 Board of Education meeting, Bellport High School student-athletes and coaches were recognized for exemplary accomplishments.

Alyssa Mantione and Samuel Hampson were congratulated for having received the Suffolk Zone Award. Sponsored by the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, this award recognizes one male and one female Suffolk County high school senior from each school district who exemplify outstanding scholastic ability, physical education performance and leadership qualities. 

Four high school athletes were also congratulated for being named Section XI All-County Athletes and include: Grace Minikel (girls cross-country), Jaelyn Conquest (girls volleyball), DJ Trent (football) and Ka'Shaun Parrish (football).

In addition, League IV junior varsity girls volleyball coach Ellen Hoffman and League IV varsity girls volleyball coach Larry Auth were each recognized for being named Coach of the Year.

The district congratulates the athletes and coaches on these outstanding accomplishments.