Carle Place High School athlete Ryan Leary was forced to make a difficult choice this season.

Last fall, Leary played varsity soccer and was the kicker for the varsity football team . He planned to play both sports again this year, and even asked football coach Paul Selhorn if he could expand his role and play wide receiver as well. Selhorn was all for the idea, Leary said.

But Leary’s hopes were dashed on Aug. 21 when Selhorn informed Leary he couldn’t play for both teams if he wanted to play wide receiver. Leary said he asked Selhorn why and was told it was a decision that came from district superintendent Dr. Ted Cannone.

“I was heartbroken,” Leary said. “I was told yes, that this is something I could do. Section VIII doesn’t forbid it, the state doesn’t forbid it. Then to turn a

See Full Page