Massapequa 5, Bellmore-Merrick 3

Massapequa players pose for a team photo after defeating Bellmore-Merrick in Game 2 of the Nassau championships to win the title. (Feb. 16, 2011)

Massapequa's Phil Armato, Justin Von Wieding and Dom DiGiovanna carry the championship trophy after defeating Bellmore-Merrick in the Nassau championship game, 5-3.

Massapequa's Anthony Mangone (41) celebrates his goal with Chris Zito (12). (Feb. 16, 2011)

Massapequa's Phil Armato celebrates his goal with the bench during his team's 5-3 win. (Feb. 16, 2011)

Massapequa's Joey Bochichio, left, stick checks Bellmore-Merrick's Aiden Cooper. (Feb. 16, 2011)

Massapequa's Mike Tardino, left, celebrates his goal against Bellmore-Merrick goalie Jacob Smart. (Feb. 16, 2011)

Massapequa High School (dark jersey) plays Bellmore-Merrick in a recent hockey game.

Massapequa's Dom DiGiovanna, right, and Mike Mottola, in goal, keep an eye on Bellmore-Merrick's Dan Hulse. (Feb. 16, 2011)

Massapequa's Nick Mangone, right, carries the puck up the ice against Bellmore-Merrick. (Feb. 16, 2011)

Massapequa's Tyler Von Wieding, left, and Bellmore-Merrick's Aiden Cooper battle for the puck. (Feb. 16, 2011)