The Massapequa Elks recently held its second annual Soccer Shoot, where contestants age 13 and under kick a soccer ball at goals of various sizes to earn points. The top scorers in each division were awarded Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals and first place winners went on to compete at the district level, facing challengers from Glen Cove to South Hampton. This year five local children won trophies at the district competition, including two for first place.

Seven-year old Anthony Magri went on to win first place again at the Regional level, which includes New York City and Westchester County.

Nine-year old Stacy Hertz, who had captured third place in the State finals last year topped herself by not only capturing the Regional again but by traveling to upstate Vestal, NY and winning the State Championship. She then went to Boston to compete against the State Champions from the entire New England area. There she captured second place in the Northeast United States.

The Elks is a charitable organization dedicated to serving the community by offering youth programs and scholarships, aiding veterans, raising funds for children with cerebral palsy and promoting patriotism.