Two seniors from Islip High School’s varsity football team – quarterback Brady Nash and offensive back Dylan Smith – were recently named to the New York State Sportswriters Association’s 2024 All-State 3rd team offense.

Islip had a memorable 2024 season, finishing 6-2 and earning the third seed in the playoffs. Led by Nash and Smith, the Bucs defeated the sixth-seeded Hauppauge Eagles in the Conference III quarterfinal before their season ended in the semifinals against Half Hollow Hills West.

Nash’s senior year highlights included 33 touchdowns, 3,259 total yards, 2,362 passing yards, 897 rushing yards and a 65% completion rate. For Long Island football players, he finished third overall for passing yards, second for total yards and second for touchdowns.

Smith notched 255 rushing yards during the 2024 season, tallying 69 receptions for 1,047 total yards.

Date Added: 1/30/2025