Preventing Hamstring Injuries in Soccer – Presented by NYU Langone Health
Valuable information from Section VIII’s Official Partner in Health Education Preventing Hamstring Injuries in Soccer Written by NYU Langone Sports Performance Experts Hamstring strains are the most prevalent injury in the game of soccer. They constitute more than one-third of all time-loss injuries and cause more than a quarter of the total injury absence in […]
Nassau County High School Athletics Hall of Fame – Class of 2024 announced!
Induction ceremony scheduled for September 25, 2024! Section VIII is proud to announce the Dr. James Tolle Nassau County High School Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2024! Get to know the 25 deserving inductees with our virtual press conference by clicking here.
The Biomechanics of the Golf Swing – Presented by NYU Langone Health
Valuable information from Section VIII’s Official Partner in Health Education The Biomechanics of the Golf Swing James Koo, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, FAAOMPT, Physical Therapist, Supervisor Physical Therapy Playing golf is a great way to get some fresh air, stay active, and enjoy a bit of competition. When everything is going well, it can feel […]
Maintaining Performance Through the Baseball Season – Presented by NYU Langone Health
Valuable information from Section VIII’s Official Partner in Health Education Maintaining Performance Through the Baseball Season Heather Milton, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Supervisor Sports Performance Center Baseball is a great sport for youth athletes to participate in. There are, however, a few pointers to consider to keep youth players happy and healthy throughout the season. 1. […]
Gymnastics officiating clinic scheduled for May 2024!
Register now to complete the course and become a certified official! The Nassau Board of Women’s Gymnastics Officials will be holding their annual officiating clinic this May. The sessions can be taken in-person or online. Pre-registration is required and must be submitted no later than May 1. Click here to download the flyer and registration […]
Myths About Concussions – Presented by NYU Langone Health
Myths About Concussions – Presented by NYU Langone Health In Recognition of Brain Injury Awareness Month, this educational resource topic focuses on Concussions Myths About Concussions While many people think contact sports are the most common cause of concussion, concussions can happen during many types of activities. NYU Langone Health, the Official Partner in Health […]
A note from Section VIII Executive Director, Patrick Pizzarelli
On March 21, 2024, Mr. Pizzarelli shared an update on the current shortage of game officials.
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CPR/First Aid Training – 2024-25 Courses
Section VIII is a State-approved provider of CPR/AED and First Aid courses for coaches; sessions are offered throughout the year at our conveniently located Garden City office. Click here for our schedule of upcoming courses and links to register for the session of your choice.
Interested in becoming an official? We want to hear from you!
Get out of the stands and onto the field as a Nassau County Sports Official! We can help you take the first step; e-mail Justin Jonas for more information.
