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Teens Tackle The Tap, Ospreys Fall Short, Billy's Will Power Volleyball Tournament

Thomas Loncar
July 31, 2025

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Good Morning, North Fork! This is your sign. We don’t know of what, but it’s a sign.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

Teens Tackle The Tap
Ospreys Fall Short
Billy’s Will Power Volleyball Tournament

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The Lowdown

Teens Tackle the Tap 💧

Two Mattituck High School seniors just proved that saving the planet isn’t just for the grown-ups.

Ryan Harned and Zoe King spent the past school year working with the North Fork Environmental Council to answer one big question: How can we help protect Southold’s water? And spoiler alert, they’ve got answers.

The duo presented their findings to the Southold Town Water Advisory Committee earlier this month, smack in the middle of a Long Island-wide Stage One Water Alert.

Ryan and Zoe broke it down like pros, explaining how over-pumping, saltwater intrusion, and contaminants (think: PFAS, nitrogen, and even gasoline additives) are threatening the fragile underground aquifer that supplies the North Fork’s drinking water. They also showed how everyday things like long showers and leaky hoses are making it worse.

But they didn’t stop at the problems, they brought receipts and solutions. We’re talking shorter showers, smarter irrigation, upgraded septic systems, and fewer fertilizers. And yes, they even submitted written testimony supporting smart irrigation systems at the town’s recent hearing.

Get the full story 👉 East End Beacon

Ospreys Come Up Just Short ⚾️

The North Fork Ospreys gave it everything they had in the 2025 Hamptons Collegiate Baseball League Championship, but the South Shore Clippers brought a few too many fireworks to the party.

Final score: Clippers 11, Ospreys 9.

After falling behind 7–1, the Ospreys caught fire in the fifth inning. Thomas Matuszewski cleared the bases with a clutch double. Then Nick Pratt stepped up and absolutely launched a two-run homer to cut the lead to one.

But the Clippers weren’t done. Their fifth home run of the day, pushed the lead back to 11–8. North Fork scratched one across in the ninth, but the comeback stalled there.

Credit to the Ospreys, they didn’t go down quietly. Big bats, late drama, and a never-say-die attitude.

Get the full story 👉 Hamptons Baseball

Bump, Set, Heal 🏐

Breakwater Beach is about to bring the good vibes and the big hearts.

Billy’s Will-Power Volleyball Tournament is back for its third year on Saturday, August 9, and it’s more than just a beach day. It’s a powerful reminder of what community looks like, all for Billy Hickox.

In March 2023, Billy was a junior at Bryant University when a sudden illness, acute transverse myelitis, changed everything. Within days, he lost his vision and mobility. It’s been a long road filled with setbacks, surgeries, and serious resilience.

But if you know Billy, you know he doesn’t back down. And neither does the community.

The first tournament kicked off the month he came home, and it’s grown into a full-on beach bash with 4v4 competitive and 6v6 rec volleyball, Roadhouse pizza, music, raffles, a bake sale, and a very enviable golf foursome at Baiting Hollow up for grabs.

Last year? They raised $50,000 for Billy’s recovery and the Will Power Trust, a fund now helping others in need too. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

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Happenings: Weekend Preview

Friday

👜 WIngo + Wine Kait’s Angles is back with it’s Designer Handbag Wingo at Peconic Bay Vineyard. Expect raffles, fabulous prizes, plenty of laughs, and your shot at taking home a seriously swoon-worthy designer handbag. It’s part wingo, part girls’ night, and 100% for a great cause. More Info

🎶 First Friday on Love Lane Mattituck’s favorite block party is back. Stroll a pedestrian-only Love Lane filled with local food, craft beverages, and live music from Greg Humphreys. More Info

🐟 Slay & Filet Lin Beach House is reeling us back in with Slay & Filet, the fish fry to end all fish fries. It’s happening Friday night and Saturday day, and yes, the fish is fresh-caught and fried to order. Add in some killer sides, ice-cold drinks, and you’ve got yourself a tasty two-day party. More Info

Saturday

🖼 From Fine Art to Funky Finds The Old Town Arts & Crafts Guild is bringing their Antiques, Fine Art & Crafts Fair to the Cutchogue Village Green. Expect pottery. Photography. Paintings. Handmade crafts. And vintage gems you didn’t know you needed. More Info

🐶🍦 Bark If You Love Ice Cream North Fork Animal Welfare League is teaming up with Magic Fountain for the ultimate feel-good event. Come meet some adorable, adoptable dogs while treating yourself to some ice cream. Because nothing says summer like wagging tails and waffle cones. More Info

💃 Dance Like No One’s Watching Head over to Breeze Hill Farm and join Ecstatic Dance East End for a freeform movement journey. This immersive, judgment-free experience invites you to move your body, quiet your mind, and awaken your spirit.

Featuring AstrA, opening circle, and grounding sound meditation, it’s more than a dance, it’s a journey. No booze, no shoes, no chit-chat, just pure expression. Whether you're a seasoned mover or curious newcomer, all are welcome. Come dance. More Info

🎨 Summer Benefit & Art Auction Gather with friends, family, and neighbors with Oysterponds Historical Society, under a grand tent in stunning Poquatuck Park, with sunset views over Orient Harbor as your backdrop. Enjoy seasonal bites, a fresh oyster bar, and perfectly crafted cocktails. Bid on extraordinary artwork during the Live Auction, and explore a curated Silent Auction filled with local favorites, unique treasures, and unforgettable experiences. More Info

🐶🌸 Doggie Day Bring your pup to Horton’s Flower Farm for a tail-wagging afternoon surrounded by fresh flowers, sweet treats, and fun contests for dogs and their humans. It’s the perfect way to celebrate your four-legged best friend on the farm. More Info

Sunday

⚽️ A Full Day of Sports The Aldrich Sports League is running a full-day fundraiser for the U.S. National Amputee Soccer Team. The day kicks off with high-energy playoff soccer, followed by a can’t-miss exhibition match featuring the U.S. Amputee National Team. Plus, enjoy food trucks, raffles, baked goods, and a 3-on-3 basketball tournament to crown the ultimate King of the Court. All proceeds support the team’s journey to the 2026 Amputee Soccer World Cup. More Info

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The Lowdown

Teens Tackle the Tap 💧

Ospreys Come Up Just Short ⚾️

Bump, Set, Heal 🏐

Happenings: Weekend Preview

Friday

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Sunday

Live Music + Fun Breakdown

Thursday

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