Sports Top Stories
By MARC RUSSINOFF
July 21, 2025
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, will welcome Oswaldo Cabrera to the Tuesday, August 19 game at TD Bank Ballpark when the Patriots take on the Hartford Yard Goats (Colorado Rockies) at 6:35 pm.Cabrera will throw out a ceremonial first pitch and then ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – With a wry smile and a chuckle, Chris Swenson pointed to his right. In an instant, memories took him back almost 30 years, to the days in the late 1980s when he was a kid running around Willow Grove Swim Club in Scotch Plains.Swimming has long been part of Swenson’s life, first ...
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Soccer Club is currently recruiting 2018–2019 girls interested in playing travel soccer.Clark Soccer emphasizes a number of benefits of being a part of the program, including:Joining a great established teamProfessional trainers twice a weekFestival tournaments throughout the ...
OLEAN, NY — The Olean Oilers split a doubleheader against the Horseheads Hitmen on Sunday at Bradner Stadium, dropping the first game 9-1 before bouncing back with a dominant 15-0 win in the nightcap.Horseheads opened the scoring early in Game 1 as Jack Mathis launched a two-run homer to left field ...
HARTFORD, CT - The Somerset Patriots were defeated by the Hartford Yard Goats in the finale of a three-game series at Dunkin’ Park on Sunday by a score of 3-2.With the loss, Somerset drops to a 6-7-3 series record this season. The Patriots fell to 5-7 in 12 games against the Yard Goats this year.
HARTFORD, CT - The Somerset Patriots were defeated by the Hartford Yard Goats in the finale of a three-game series at Dunkin’ Park on Sunday by a score of 3-2.With the loss, Somerset drops to a 6-7-3 series record this season. The Patriots fell to 5-7 in 12 games against the Yard Goats this year.
MILLBURN, NJ – Parents Steve Green, Kristin Merimee and Jerry Kim organized and coach a girls' softball team, “The Millburn Meteors,” in spring 2024. They play in the USA Softball District 2 League. He explained, “Millburn historically has been a strong baseball town, but girls' softball hasn't had ...
NEWTON, NJ — You can help Newton High School see a major boost to its athletic facilities, as part of a nationwide sweepstakes sponsored by T-Mobile and NFL superstars Rob Gronkowski and Patrick Mahomes.The initiative will award one lucky school a $1 million grant for a home-field upgrade — and ...
HARTFORD, CT - The Somerset Patriots were defeated by the Hartford Yard Goats in game two of a three-game series at Dunkin’ Park on Saturday by a score of 6-5 in 10 innings. Somerset fell to 4-2 in extra-inning games this season and lost in an extra innings game for the first time since 5/2 @RIC.
HARTFORD, CT - The Somerset Patriots were defeated by the Hartford Yard Goats in game two of a three-game series at Dunkin’ Park on Saturday by a score of 6-5 in 10 innings. Somerset fell to 4-2 in extra-inning games this season and lost in an extra innings game for the first time since 5/2 @RIC.
GENESEE, NY — Behind a complete game from pitcher Grady Shaw, the Olean Oilers defeated the first-place Genesee Rapids, 7-2, on Saturday night.A scoreless first inning was highlighted by a 6-4-3 double play turned by Olean to end the frame.The Oilers struck first in the top of the second. Brodie ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - The Robbinsville community and supporters are invited to Tantum Park on Sunday to offer a celebratory send-off to the Softball 10s as they head to Pequanock to play in the championship game of the State Tournament Final.The celebration will take place at the Tantum Park Pavilion ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Rafael Flores, the Somerset Patriots top, all-around offensive player, has been promoted to Triple-A Scranton-Wilkes Barre RailRiders by the New York Yankees.Flores, the Yankees No. 15 prospect, hit .287/.346/.497 in 87 games for Somerset this season. He ranks among the Eastern ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Rafael Flores, the Somerset Patriots top, all-around offensive player, has been promoted to Triple-A Scranton-Wilkes Barre RailRiders by the New York Yankees.Flores, the Yankees No. 15 prospect, hit .287/.346/.497 in 87 games for Somerset this season. He ranks among the Eastern ...
WARREN, NJ – In a fusion of sports and dairy, four local teens known collectively as the True Heart Track Club—Auggie Percario, Aiden Desai, Caleb Apuzzo, and Omar Mohallim—hosted their inaugural Chocolate Milk Mile on Saturday, July 12. The event took place at the Bound Brook Track and attracted ...
WARREN, NJ – In a fusion of sports and dairy, four local teens known collectively as the True Heart Track Club—Auggie Percario, Aiden Desai, Caleb Apuzzo, and Omar Mohallim—hosted their inaugural Chocolate Milk Mile on Saturday, July 12. The event took place at the Bound Brook Track and attracted ...
PERTH AMBOY, NJ – The prestigious Red Grant Regatta recently concluded under clear skies and favorable winds, bringing together some of the most talented sailors from across the region. With over 30 boats competing in various classes, the event highlighted the spirit of competition and camaraderie ...
The New Providence Reds continued their winning ways last Sunday with a pair of 10–0 wins in a doubleheader against the Jersey City Jokers.The wins improved the Reds record to 9-1 and clinched the number one seed in the playoffs. The wins, also marked the seventh straight win for a Reds team that ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - They may have stayed up past their bedtimes, but the Robbisnville Softball 10s have another victory to show for it with a 1-0 win over Elmora on Friday. The team will next play for the state championship on Sunday with the first pitch in Pequanock at 2:00 p.m. The 1-0 extra ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ — The Township of Little Falls recognized its undefeated youth softball champions during a recent council meeting.“This evening we have the fifth and sixth grade championship team who went 10-0 on the way to becoming Passaic Valley Youth Softball League champions this year,” Mayor ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ — Senior goalie David Hamilton was the backbone of Ridge’s defense this season, closing out his four-year varsity career with grit, leadership, and clutch saves between the pipes. More than just a reliable shot-stopper, Hamilton was a vocal leader who thrived under pressure and ...
WATCHUNG, NJ --The community was recently informed that the Fitness on the Green session scheduled for July 19th has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. Following the flash flood that occurred on July 14th, field conditions have deteriorated, making it unsafe for outdoor ...
WEST CALDWELL, NJ – Caldwell rallied for two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning for a 4-3 victory over Millburn in the High School Developmental League Essex 18U Division on Thursday night.Jake Vanderclock's RBI single with two outs in the bottom of the seventh inning capped the two-run rally ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Ready for Chargers football? This season, the Spotswood High School football team will be using the newly installed, multipurpose artificial turf field at Chargers Stadium. Unlike in seasons past, Thursday and Friday Night Lights games won't just be on the road or a special one ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Local and state leaders honored Governor Livingston's undefeated state championship baseball team this week in Mountainside.“Congratulations to the 2025 Governor Livingston Baseball team on their historic and unprecedented season. Winning the Union County Tournament, the State ...
OLEAN, NY — The Olean Oilers celebrated Jersey Day in style Friday night with a dominant 10-1 win over the Hornell Steamers at Bradner Stadium.Coming off a 13-5 victory over Hornell on Thursday, Olean picked up right where they left off, scoring three runs in the first inning.Matthew Boffalo opened ...
HARTFORD, CT The Somerset Patriots defeated the Hartford Yard Goats in game one of a three-game series at Dunkin’ Park in Hartford, C.T. on Friday by a score of 8-5.Somerset hit two three-run home runs in a single game for the first time this season and the first time since 9/10/24 vs. NH (E.
HARTFORD, CT The Somerset Patriots defeated the Hartford Yard Goats in game one of a three-game series at Dunkin’ Park in Hartford, C.T. on Friday by a score of 8-5.Somerset hit two three-run home runs in a single game for the first time this season and the first time since 9/10/24 vs. NH (E.
BARNEGAT - The 48th Annual All Shore Football Classic was held this past Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Barnegat High School, continuing its tradition of showcasing the Shore Conference's elite senior talent. In a competitive matchup, the all-star team from Monmouth County defeated the team from ...
BARNEGAT - The 48th Annual All Shore Football Classic was held this past Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Barnegat High School, continuing its tradition of showcasing the Shore Conference's elite senior talent. In a competitive matchup, the all-star team from Monmouth County defeated the team from ...