Port Jefferson has cncelled it varsity football season.

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Andrew Rappaport
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Aug 27, 2026

Port Jefferson cancels varsity football season due to lack of players

Port Jefferson High School will not play a varsity football game this fall after the Royals fell below the 16-player minimum required to field a team, resulting in eight scheduled games being recorded as forfeits.

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