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Massapequa coach Kevin Shippos eyes state title after ending Garden City streak

The Chiefs ended Garden City’s 68‑game streak and the coach wants broader playoff reforms.

By Felo News Desk · Published Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:44:23 GMT

Massapequa head football coach Kevin Shippos said his team’s 21‑14 victory over Garden City on Monday night at Hofstra University ended the Trojans’ nation‑leading 68‑game win streak and reinforced his push for statewide playoff changes.

What happened

The Chiefs snapped the Trojans’ streak in front of nearly 6,000 fans, scoring the decisive points in the final 30 seconds.

What was said

"To me, high school sports is about putting your kids at the highest level," Shippos told the NY Post after the game. He added, "I’d like to see it lead to us participating in the state championship one day. That’s a dream come true for these kids. Who wouldn’t want to play for a state championship?"

How it came about

Shippos highlighted the new Section VIII rule that encourages non‑conference matchups, hoping such games will influence a change to the Long Island public‑school football playoff system, which currently limits the final game to the top Nassau and Suffolk teams.

Key facts

Massapequa beat Garden City 21‑14, ending a 68‑game win streak. (nypost.com)
Nearly 6,000 fans attended the game at Hofstra University. (nypost.com)
Coach Kevin Shippos wants the win to help push for a state championship and playoff reform. (nypost.com)