Elmont parents urge district to halt games over racism

Parents at Elmont High School in Long Island are calling for their district to stop scheduling games against the Bellmore-Merrick School District due to ongoing racial issues. This demand follows a recent incident during a basketball game where an Elmont player was suspended after a scuffle. Elmont parents have reported a history of racial incidents involving their students, including name-calling and taunting at various sporting events since 2019. They argue that previous measures, such as workshops and civility statements, have not been effective in addressing the problem. Section VIII, the local sports authority, is reviewing the scheduling request. They have acknowledged the need for better reporting of incidents to take appropriate action. No comments have been received from the superintendents of either district.