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New Ownership for Long Island Ducks Signals Continuity for Fans

Long Island Radio

Published on: 08/02/2026

The Long Island Ducks have been sold by founder Frank Boulton to sports and entertainment company Rev Entertainment, marking a major ownership transition for the independent-league baseball franchise. Team officials say fans should expect continuity, with no relocation plans and current staff and operations staying in place. The new ownership intends to build on the club’s community presence while exploring long-term growth opportunities.

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WLIT.FM™ Exclusive: Ray Longo - The architect of Long Island MMA greatness

Long Island Radio

Published on: 08/12/2025

Ray Longo has built Ray Longo MMA in Garden City into Long Island’s premier fight lab—home to four UFC champions (Matt Serra, Chris Weidman, Aljamain Sterling, Merab Dvalishvili) and a steady stream of contenders. His formula—fundamentals, disciplined striking, and no-nonsense cornering—turns local talent into world-class professionals while keeping the community feel intact. From kids’ classes to title camps, the same culture of respect and hard work runs through every round.

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Time on Long Island paid off: Ben Saraf’s G League stint supercharged his Brooklyn Nets role

Long Island Radio

Published on: 08/12/2025

Rookie guard Ben Saraf used his stint with the Long Island Nets to sharpen his pace, decision-making, and defensive activity—then returned to Brooklyn’s rotation with immediate impact. Since the call-up, he’s posted a season-high scoring night and a seven-assist game, validating the G League reps as a launchpad for real NBA minutes.

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UFC 322 brings blockbuster title fights (and chaos) to Madison Square Garden

Long Island Radio

Published on: 16/11/2025

The World’s Most Famous Arena delivered again. UFC 322 packed Madison Square Garden with two champion-vs-champion superfights, a string of violent finishes, and a crowd that roared like it was fight week on Long Island.

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