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Rockland County Legislature Honors Haverstraw Girls’ & Boys’ Little League Champs

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NEW CITY, NY – At the last Rockland County Legislature meeting, the Haverstaw Girls’ & Boys’ Little League teams were honored for their outstanding accomplishments during a ceremony in the Legislative Chambers.

The 2019 Haverstraw/Nanuet Little League Junior Softball Girls’ Team won the District 18 Championship, the Section 3 North Championship, the New York State title, and the Eastern Regional Championship before finishing sixth place in the Junior Little League Softball World Series. 

Scott Murphy, Mike McGovern, Back: Meghan Meehan, Alex Sullivan, Ava Scolaro, Jenna Siuta, Darren Luzon Front: Jailyn Guilano, Delaney McGovern, Mary Kuzian, Olivia Leon, Kristen Luzon, Allison Murphy

FULL TEAM: Jailyn Guilamo, Roselyn Henriquez, Mary Kuzian, Olivia Leon,Kristen Luzon, Meghan Meehan, Delaney McGovern, Allison Murphy, Ava Scolaro, Jenna Siuta, Alex Sullivan; Manager Darren Luzon; Coaches Mike McGovern and Scott Murphy.

The 2019 Haverstraw Little League 12-year-old All-Stars won the District 18 Championship, the Section 3 North Championship, and the New York State title before finishing as runners-up in the Little League World Series’ Mid-Atlantic Regionals. 

FULL TEAM: Nick Becker, Jeffrey Diaz, Nicholas Fabbri, Michael Gizzi, Jack McArdle, Jacob Niero, Matthew Odenbach, Jose Olivo Jr., Jaden Quezada, Gabriel Reyes, Josue Santana, Joseph Savignano, Jayden Torres; Manager Jason Fabbri; Coaches BrianReilly and Jeff Becker.

For both Haverstraw legislators – Grant and Hood, the teams’ experiences were personal. Legislator Grant’s daughter played on three Haverstraw teams that competed in the New York State championships, while one of Legislator Hood’s sons played in the league this year, as he did in his youth.

“The connections to Haverstraw Little League are so strong for me, growing up in Haverstraw and playing in the league,” Legislator Hood said. “I was definitely not an all-star. It was so impressive to see your skills on the field and how far both teams went. It’s hard to put into words how proud we are of you.”

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Pearl River’s Drew Fortescue Scores First NHL Point, Earns Third Star in Rangers Debut

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March 29, 2026

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Pearl River native Drew Fortescue made a memorable debut with the New York Rangers, recording his first NHL point and earning third star honors in his first game with the team.

Fortescue, a defenseman and Rockland County native, contributed to the Rangers’ performance by notching an assist, marking his first official point at the NHL level. His strong showing on both ends of the ice helped him stand out in his debut, ultimately being named the game’s third star.

A product of Pearl River, Fortescue’s journey to the NHL has been closely followed by the local community. Known for his steady defensive play and hockey IQ, he developed through the junior and collegiate ranks before earning his opportunity at the professional level.

Earning a point in his first NHL appearance is a significant milestone for any player, and being recognized as one of the game’s top performers makes the moment even more notable.

Fortescue’s debut represents not only a personal achievement, but also a proud moment for Pearl River and Rockland County, as another local athlete reaches the NHL stage.

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Rangers Add Pearl River Native Drew Fortescue on Entry-Level Deal

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March 22, 2026

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The New York Rangers have agreed to terms with defenseman Drew Fortescue on a three-year, entry-level contract, the team announced. The deal was confirmed by Rangers President and General Manager Chris Drury.

Fortescue, 20, recently completed his season with the Boston College Eagles men’s ice hockey, where he recorded four goals and 10 assists for a career-high 14 points in 36 games. Among Boston College defensemen, he ranked second in goals and third in assists and total points.

A native of Pearl River, New York, Fortescue appeared in 112 games over three seasons with Boston College, totaling 33 points (8 goals, 25 assists). During the 2024–25 season, he set a career high with 11 assists and posted a plus-28 rating, which was tied for seventh among all NCAA skaters and ranked second on the team.

On the international stage, Fortescue represented Team USA at the IIHF World Junior Championship in both 2024 and 2025. The 6-foot-2, 195-pound defenseman also competed for the U.S. National U18 team in 2023 and the U17 team in 2022. He earned gold medals at both World Junior Championships and the U18 Championship.

Fortescue was originally selected by the Rangers in the third round, 90th overall, of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft.

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