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By MIKE LAMBERTI
June 28, 2024
While the regular season doesn't begin for a few months, the Bloomfield High girls' soccer program is putting in some quality time during the summer months. Head coach Jon Aliaga is beginning his ninth season at the helm, in 2024. The Bengals were 10-10 last season, and won five of its last ...
The Bloomfield High baseball program will certainly be busy this summer. The Bengals will field an 18U and 16U team team, and will play through most of July. "We started practicing June 10, and have practiced multiple times a week between Monday and Thursday," said BHS coach Mike Carter ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ--There was a spirited outdoors workout, followed by a loud and enthusiastic weight lifting session, inside the locker room at Foley Field. Overall, it was just another day for the Bengals football team, which began workouts last week. And believe it or not, the regular season ...
RICHMOND, Va. - The Somerset Patriots won their third consecutive game to begin the second half of the season, taking down the Richmond Flying Squirrels 6-2 on Thursday night in game three of a six-game series at The Diamond. Somerset has won the first three games of a series for the first time ...
RICHMOND, Va. - The Somerset Patriots won their third consecutive game to begin the second half of the season, taking down the Richmond Flying Squirrels 6-2 on Thursday night in game three of a six-game series at The Diamond. Somerset has won the first three games of a series for the first time ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ -- Delaney Farley, a sophomore at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, has been recognized for her impressive performances in 100 meter track races this season with multiple awards. This week, she was named: First Team All-Conference Watchung Division First Team ...
CAMDEN – A bit of Camden’s history is up for sale, but the boarded-up house will need serious attention and rehab investment. The property at 1500 Baird Boulevard once owned by the late Jersey Joe Walcott, the 1951 heavyweight boxing champion of the world, can be yours for $225,000, according to ...
ROXBURY, NJ - Wally Peer IV, an 8-year-old student at Kennedy Elementary School, recently won a state championship for angling and is preparing to compete next month at a national tournament. Peer, who is in second grade, won the New Jersey Junior BASS Nation State Championship on Swartswood ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- Sydney McLaughlin begins her quest to make her third U.S. Olympic Team on Thursday, June 27, in the 400 hurdles at the U.S. Olympic Trials. Sydney is the world record holder (50.68) and defending Olympic champion (51.46) in the event. McLaughlin, who grew up in Dunellen and ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Governor Livingston boys lacrosse coach Michael Provenzano, also known as Coach Mabuha, will host his summer camp again this year! The camp welcomes boys aged 9 to 15 for the upcoming 2024-25 school year, with high schoolers also encouraged to join. Here are the camp ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Governor Livingston boys lacrosse coach Michael Provenzano, also known as Coach Mabuha, will host his summer camp again this year! The camp welcomes boys aged 9 to 15 for the upcoming 2024-25 school year, with high schoolers also encouraged to join. Here are the camp ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - Registration for Elizabeth’s Elmora Youth Little League Fall Ball is now open through August 1. Tee Ball for players ages 4 to 5 costs $80. Baseball and softball for players ages 6 to 14 ranges from $110 to $160. Registration is required and can be completed online. For more ...
The realignment of the Super Essex Conference divisions in baseball will mean changes for the West Essex and Caldwell baseball teams in 2025. The Knights and the Chiefs will be trading places. In 2025, West Essex will move up from the Liberty Division to the American Division. Caldwell, on ...
HOLMDEL, NJ -- Two members of the Holmdel baseball team, and two from Raritan, were named to the Shore Conference's A Central All-Division Team. Luka Buda and James Vallillo of Holmdel, and John Molnar and Phil Kramer of Raritan, were selected to the team in a vote of the Shore Baseball Coaches ...
HOLMDEL, NJ -- Two members of the Holmdel baseball team, and two from Raritan, were named to the Shore Conference's A Central All-Division Team. Luka Buda and James Vallillo of Holmdel, and John Molnar and Phil Kramer of Raritan, were selected to the team in a vote of the Shore Baseball Coaches ...
OLEAN, NY — A three-run homer by third baseman Cooper Rossano in the bottom of the fifth inning gave the Oilers a 4-2 lead Thursday in Bradner Stadium. As the home team cruised to a 7-3 victory over the Genesee Rapids, Rosano's homer became the winning hit, run and RBI. Starting pitcher Shoei ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ -- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Police Athletic League (PAL)'s summer camp for kids grade 4 through 9 concluded under warm, beautiful skies on Thursday, June 27. This year, more than 120 players participated in drills and games led by members of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High ...
HAMILTON, NJ - Pickleball enthusiasts in Hamilton have one last chance to join the series of clinics at Veterans Park, catering to beginners, advanced beginners, and juniors. These sessions offer flexible time slots on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensuring accessibility for all schedules. Priced at $100 ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD -- Former Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Student John Pak won his first ever Korn Ferry Tour at the Compliance Solutions Championships at the Jimmie Austin OU Golf Club in Norman, Oklahoma, on Sunday. Related: John Pak of Scotch Plains Awarded The Ben Hogan Award as Top ...
A number of North Salem’s student-athletes were honored for their exemplary performances at both the Booster Club Senior Awards and Spring Varsity Athletic Award ceremonies. Senior Athletic Awards Emily Watson Coaches Award Liliana Valletta Bob Boissy Coaches Award Robert ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ -- Four members of the East Brunswick boys tennis team, and one from South Brunswick, were named to the All-Greater Middlesex Conference team for Spring 2024. Nithin Sankar of South Brunswick is the All-GMC first singles representative. Andrew Cui of East Brunswick is the ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Alexandra "Ali" Stefanelli, a student-athelte who recently graduated from Passaic Valley High School, was recognized by the Little Falls Township Council for her achievements both in academics and athletics. Stefanelli, a resident of Little Falls, has left an indelible mark ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Several local student-athletes competed in collegiate sports with pride and dedication this past spring season right here in New Jersey and beyond. Let’s take a glance at their noteworthy performances. This is the first installation: Jayden Paladino (Hawthorne High School) ...
RICHMOND, Va. = The Somerset Patriots downed the Richmond Flying Squirrels 4-3 on Wednesday night in game two of a six-game series at The Diamond in Richmond, VA. Somerset has won the first two games of a series for the first time this season. LHP Brock Selvidge (6 IP, 1 ER, 2 R, 7 H, 2 BB, 2 K) ...
RICHMOND, Va. = The Somerset Patriots downed the Richmond Flying Squirrels 4-3 on Wednesday night in game two of a six-game series at The Diamond in Richmond, VA. Somerset has won the first two games of a series for the first time this season. LHP Brock Selvidge (6 IP, 1 ER, 2 R, 7 H, 2 BB, 2 K) ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ - Looking to get some exercise this summer? Or learn a bit about track and field before the new school year begins? The Long Branch Recreation Department will be hosting track and field for students going into grades 1 through 8. Come learn the basics of running track in a fun ...
WAYNE, NJ – This year the TAPinto Wayne and Parks and Recreation Department’s Cornhole League was another big success. A record 44 teams signed up, split into two divisions, with more teams on the waiting list. Champions were crowned in the Pro Division and the Fun Division with cash prizes for the ...
PATERSON, NJ The recent TBall closing ceremony at Ray Lyde Sr. Field was a heartwarming celebration of community spirit, support, and dedication. Organized under the leadership of Director Benjie E. Wimberly, this year's TBall season was truly special thanks to the involvement of various ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ - The Cedar Grove High School Varsity Softball Team is holding a summer clinic for softball players ages 5 to 13. There will be four sessions on July 15-18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Panther Park, located at 118 W Bradford Avenue. Sessions will feature multiple drill stations and ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- With the baseball season over for the Summit High School Varsity Team, all eyes are now on the All-Star game to be held Wednesday night at Community Park in North Brunswick. Summit had a very successful season, according to Head Coach Kevin Zaleski. “We had a great season,” ...