Sports Top Stories
By JOSH LASHLEY
June 16, 2025
PARAMUS, NJ - Through both victories, of which there were plenty and even in defeat the Paramus High School boys lacrosse program gained valuable lessons on the field this spring.“Although a one-goal loss, our (NJSIAA) State Tournament game versus Warren Hills (a 7-6 loss on May 29) stands out as ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - It wasn’t always easy, but when all was said and done, the Fair Lawn High School softball program had a successful 2025 campaign.Sue Benjamin, the head coach for the Cutters, vividly recalls some of the top moments from this recently concluded season.“Near the end of our season we ...
MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. - On Wednesday, June 18, the community is invited to join hosts Rob Adams, Dave Torromeo and Mark Jeffers of “The Clubhouse” for a special radio broadcast in support of a great cause. The show will help support the Hudson Valley Alzheimer’s Association, and will feature a silent ...
HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, NJ - After Saturday’s State Group 2 Baseball Championship Final featuring Gov. Livingston vs. West Morris was washed out by rain, the soaring anticipation remains—now set to culminate Monday, June 16 at 4 p.m., at the Wood-Ridge Athletic Complex..Berkeley Heights’ own Gov.
BORDENTOWN, NJ – In big time games, against talent-laden opponents, the Bordentown High School baseball program showed up in a big way during the recently concluded season,“Winning down at Shawnee for the first round of the Diamond Classic, our boys fought hard against a larger school and won a ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots defeated the Portland Sea Dogs in the finale of a seven-game series at TD Bank Ballpark on Sunday by a score of 3-1.The game was delayed for 47 minutes prior to first pitch due to rain. With the win, Somerset won its third series of the season and its first ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots defeated the Portland Sea Dogs in the finale of a seven-game series at TD Bank Ballpark on Sunday by a score of 3-1.The game was delayed for 47 minutes prior to first pitch due to rain. With the win, Somerset won its third series of the season and its first ...
DANSVILLE, NY — The Olean Oilers came out on top in their Father’s Day matchup against the Dansville Gliders by a score of 5-2.Despite some early offense from the Oilers, the team was unable to bring runners home, keeping the score knotted at 0-0 through the first three innings.Olean’s Jaxson Ross ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — Young athletes looking to suit up this fall can get ready to hit the field: registration for Hoboken’s Youth Tackle Football program officially opens Monday, June 16, at 5 p.m.The program, open exclusively to Hoboken residents between the ages of 6 and 14, is part of the city’s ...
HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, NJ - After Saturday’s State Group 2 Baseball Championship Final featuring Gov. Livingston vs. West Morris was washed out by rain, the soaring anticipation remains—now set to culminate Monday, June 16 at 4 p.m., at Wood-Ridge Athletic Complex in Bergen County.Berkeley Heights’ own ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ -- In their third meeting of the season, Hunterdon Central defeated Watchung Hills, 4-1, to win the school's first NJSIAA Group 4 state championship since 2011 on Friday at Ivy Hill Park.It is the third state championship in Hunterdon Central softball history.Hunterdon Central ...
SOMERS, N.Y. - After steamrolling Maine-Endwell in the state semifinals, Somers found themselves in an early hole against Jamesville-DeWitt on June 14 at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. Down 2-0 at 9:40, the Tuskers didn’t leave their shovels on the bus and just started digging.Four straight ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Fresh off a landmark championship victory, the Summit High School boys lacrosse team is turning the page quickly as it prepares to defend its Kirst Cup title.On Saturday, the Hilltoppers defeated Shawnee, 13-10, in the NJSIAA Group 3 final at Hopewell Valley High School, securing their ...
SECAUCUS, NJ – Hasbrouck Heights dominated the NJIC American Division All-League Girls Track team that was announced last week. The division’s champions, and led by Coach of the Year Rob Brady, there were more spots taken by Lady Aviators than by the rest of the league.The First Team was dominated ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots were defeated by the Portland Sea Dogs in game six of a seven-game series at TD Bank Ballpark on Saturday by a score of 7-2.The Patriots drew an attendance of 6,754, marking the team’s ninth sellout of the 2025 season.RHP Trent Sellers (3.1 IP, 6 H, 6 R, 3 ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots were defeated by the Portland Sea Dogs in game six of a seven-game series at TD Bank Ballpark on Saturday by a score of 7-2.The Patriots drew an attendance of 6,754, marking the team’s ninth sellout of the 2025 season.RHP Trent Sellers (3.1 IP, 6 H, 6 R, 3 ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The Group 4 trophy is staying put.Senior attackman and Washington & Lee-bound Garrett Ferguson scored a game-high five goals with an assist and senior midfielder and Trinity-bound Billy Gerne and Luke Angelo added two goals apiece to power Westfield, No. 7 in the latest NJ.com ...
Newarkers can come out to the ballgame on Saturday, as the best of the city’s high school baseball players take the field and showcase their skills. Thirty-six players from nine Newark high schools will play in Newark’s finest all-star showcase at Valisburg Park on Saturday to play seven innings ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK - Southern's boys' volleyball team made history on Thursday, securing their eighth state title and becoming the program with the most state championships in New Jersey. They achieved this monumental feat by defeating No. 3 ranked Scotch Plains-Fanwood in a thrilling three-set match ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK - Southern's boys' volleyball team made history on Thursday, securing their eighth state title and becoming the program with the most state championships in New Jersey. They achieved this monumental feat by defeating No. 3 ranked Scotch Plains-Fanwood in a thrilling three-set match ...
MONROE - Southern Regional's dream season, marked by historic achievements, culminated in a 13-5 loss to Westfield in the Group 4 State Championship. Despite the defeat, the Rams finished with an impressive 14-7 record, having reached the Shore Conference Tournament final and securing their ...
MONROE - Southern Regional's dream season, marked by historic achievements, culminated in a 13-5 loss to Westfield in the Group 4 State Championship. Despite the defeat, the Rams finished with an impressive 14-7 record, having reached the Shore Conference Tournament final and securing their ...
TABERNACLE, NJ – Senior Night may have come and gone weeks ago, but for the Manasquan boys lacrosse team, the spirit of that moment never left. This group of seniors didn’t just play for personal accolades—they played for each other, for the younger players coming up behind them, and for the ...
MONROE, NJ — The Westfield girls lacrosse team left no doubt on a dreary Saturday afternoon.Junior midfielder Alice Manzo tallied five goals with four assists and junior attack Gillian Cohen posted four goals with one assist to lead No. 9 Westfield to a dominant and impressive 13-5 home victory ...
PENNINGTON, NJ — Playing through heavy rain, Summit High School secured a 13–10 victory over Shawnee Saturday in the NJSIAA Group 3 state final, completing a three‑peat.The Hilltoppers (18–4) took control in front of a home crowd, outscoring Shawnee 13–10. Senior attackman James Grainger led Summit ...
PENNINGTON, NJ — No. 2 Summit High School’s girls lacrosse team secured the NJSIAA Group 3 state title on Saturday with a 6–5 victory over Moorestown, capped by a dramatic goal from Parker Febo with two seconds remaining in regulation.Febo, who led all scorers with four goals, made the game-winner ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The Westfield High School baseball team concluded the season with a 6-0 loss to Cherokee in Saturday’s Group 4 final at Veterans Park in Hamilton.Cherokee pitcher and Harvard commit Brett Gable was extremely efficient, going 5.1 innings and giving up five hits and one walk while ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ -- Three members of the Livingston High School girls lacrosse team have been named to the Super Essex Conference Liberty Division First Team for 2025.Senior Taylor Dzama, junior Casey Conklin and sophomore Taryn Dzama have all been selected to the first team in a vote of the ...
MAHOPAC, N.Y. — After a five-year hiatus, the Putnam County Classic Lake Run returns Thursday, July 4, starting at the Mahopac Fire House. The 5.3-mile road race, organized by the Rockland Road Runners, begins on Croton Falls Road between Route 6 and East Lake Boulevard.Half of the proceeds from ...
OLEAN, NY – Saturday’s game between the Olean Oilers and the Genesee Rapids has been postponed due to poor weather. The game has been rescheduled for Thursday, June 26, at 7 p.m. The Oilers will aim to extend their winning streak when they visit the Dansville Gliders on Sunday at 5 p.m. at Babcock ...