Twins honored by BOE for athletic accomplishments
Seniors Jack Collins and Joey Collins were recognized by the Board of
Education for their contributions to the district’s athletic program
throughout their high school and middle school years.
In an uplifting tribute by Dr. Danielle Turner, the district’s athletic
director, the twin brothers were praised for their individual
commitment, character, leadership and ability to overcome challenges
that stand in the way of success.
Jack, the senior quarterback for the football team, was a two-time
Newsday grid-iron great; named All-County and third team All-State; set
school records including completions (143), yards passing (2261, second
in Suffolk County) and 18 touchdown passes; and was the first Port
Jefferson football player to be named the Most Valuable Player in
Suffolk County Division 4 football. He is looking at Massachusetts
Institute of Technology, Rochester Institute of Technology or Case
Western to continue his football career next year.
Turner also read words of praise for Jack from football coach Andrew
Cosci and baseball coach Jess Rosen, and for Joey from wrestling coach
Mike Maletta for his successes on the wrestling mat during his high
school career.
“Jack and Joey have changed the way many of their peers, teammates and
teachers view the world,” Turner said. “Their character, commitment and
dedication to Port Jefferson athletics and to their community is without
equal.”