Long Island's high school football teams have been making waves in recent seasons, and their collective success has become a defining characteristic of the region's gridiron scene. For years, the area's top programs have been rallying behind a unifying mantra: "We believe in the group." But as the 2023 season comes to a close, it's time to put the phrase to the test. With a new crop of talented players emerging and familiar faces departing, the question on everyone's mind is: can the Long Island football community continue its winning tradition? Will the "We believe in the group" spirit propel the region to even greater heights, or will it be a mantra for the past?
Breakup day on Long Island, for the past handful of seasons, came with a theme: We believe in the group.