South Side routs Bethpage 64-40; three South Side seniors honored

South Side High School's girls basketball team defeated Bethpage 64-40 in a game that featured pregame senior recognition and a decisive second-half run by the Cyclones.

South Side led 32-21 at halftime and extended the margin to 50-23 in the third quarter before closing out the game 64-40. The broadcast opened with a recognition of seniors from both squads; the South Side program honored seniors Ella Burbage, Taylor Hansman and Charlotte Ratchin before tipoff.

A South Side player who spoke during the on-court recognition said, “Good luck to you all, and thank you for everything you've done for the team.” Teammates and parents joined the ceremony as the players presented flowers, and coaches and announcers acknowledged the senior class during the halftime and postgame commentary.

On the court, South Side converted its halftime advantage into a larger third-quarter lead through a combination of defensive stops and transition scoring. The game remained under the local broadcast crew's coverage, which repeatedly noted the Cyclones' depth as the bench contributed in the second half. Bethpage made runs at times but was unable to cut the margin below double digits after falling behind by 27 in the third quarter.

The Cyclones' win closed the night with a 64-40 final score. Coaches and announcers referenced upcoming conference matchups and the closing stretch of the regular season during the broadcast, but no additional schedule details were formally announced on air.

Statistical leaders and individual point totals were not specified in the broadcast transcript provided.