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What they're saying: North Jersey coaches, wrestlers react to major rule changes
On Thursday, the National Federation of State High School Associations wrestling rules committee officially announced several major changes to high school wrestling rules. The changes include takedowns being worth three points (instead of two) and wrestlers only needing to maintain one point of contact with the mat to continue wrestling, both bringing the high school rules in line with college rules. ...
Girls Lacrosse: Livingston Wins, 12-10, Over Millburn
LIVINGSTON, NJ -- Taylor Dzama scored five goals and assisted on two to lead Livingston to a 12-10 girls lacrosse victory over Millburn on Thursday. Casey Conklin scored three goals for the Lancers (6-3) and Delia Lederman totaled two goals and three assists.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Danica Ucol and Hannah Taub each had one goal in the victory and winning goalie Taryn Dzama made seven saves. Ella Chang had three goals and two assists and Claire Balady finished with two goals and one assist for Millburn (4-5). For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Baseball: Livingston Breaks Tie in Sixth Inning to Beat Millburn, 8-6
LIVINGSTON, NJ -- In its first game since receiving the No. 1 seed in the upcoming Greater Middlesex Conference Tournament, the Livingston baseball team faced a stern test from last year's GNT champion in a regular-season game at The Oval on Wednesday afternoon. Millburn rallied from a five-run deficit after three innings to tie the game in the top of the sixth, but the Lancers pushed across two runs in the bottom of the sixth for an 8-6 victory.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The GNT doesn't begin for either Livingston or Millburn until...
One Point Victory; Madison Boys Golf Defeats Millburn; 156- 157
MILLBURN, NJ - The Madison boys golf team defeated Millburn 156-157 on Thursday afternoon. The Dodgers continue their winning streak and remain undefeated with a record of 7-0. Madison's Alex Patel placed first with a score of 35. Patel tied with Millburn's Tong Si. Teo Bengtsson and Quinn Regan both shot a 40 and placed 5th. Nathan Tallinder was 7th with a score of 41 and Cole Eckhard and Blake Steele were in eighth poace with a 42.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Dodgers will face Kinnelon on April 29. Get your local news delivered to your inbox for FREE each day. Sign up to get all the news as it happens at www.TAPinto.net/enews and follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MadisonTAP/ and on Twitter at @MadisonTAP to get all the news as it happens Celebrating Something Special? Showcase Your Wedding, Christening, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Graduation, Reunion and MORE on TAPinto Milestones For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Softball: West Essex Shuts Out Millburn, 9-0
NORTH CALDWELL, NJ -- Brooke Gillen pitched a three-hitter to lead West Essex to a 9-0 softball victory over Millburn on Thursday. Gillen struck out 10 batters and walked three in seven innings. At the plate, she had two hits and knocked in one run.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Briana Gillen went 2-for-4 with a double and two runs batted in and Erin Mah was 2-for-4 with two RBI and two runs scored for West Essex. Angelina Gencarelli doubled and drove in two runs. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Roselle Varsity Softball Beats Plainfield, Ends 2-Game Winning Streak
ROSELLE, NJ- The Rams were dominant from start to finish in this contest, only needing five innings to achieve the mercy rule in a lopsided 15-0 victory over the Cardinals. The Roselle Rams Varsity Softball Team, fresh off the heels of a 16-0 loss on Monday, came ready to play in Tuesday’s contest at Plainfield High School. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Senior Alycia Searwar held Plainfield hitless on the afternoon, only walking one batter and striking out 15. Her proficiency as a two-way player was once again on full display, with three hits in as many at-bats (all for extra bases) to go along with 5 RBIs and 2 stolen bases. As a team, the Rams recorded 13 hits on the afternoon. Lisa Frias, Janelle Stevens, and Julianie Marte recorded multiple hits, with the trio recording a combined 4 RBIs. The team also drove 13 walks and stole nine bases in the contest. Next up for Roselle is a home matchup against Kent Place on April 26 at 4:30 p.m. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Baseball: Union Holds Off Late Dayton Rally to Win, 8-7
SPRINGFIELD, NJ -- Union hit the ball better than it has all season in the first inning, but then the Farmers had to hang on for dear life in the last two innings in the face of a Dayton rally that fell just short, as Union won, 8-7, Friday at Ruby Field. Dayton, after trailing, 8-1, in the second inning, scored five runs in the sixth inning and one in the bottom of the seventh, and had the tying run on first base with its best hitter on deck when the game ended on a sharp groundout...
She's the Real MVP: These are the unsung heroes of North Jersey softball
These are the girls who aren’t afraid to get dirty, sacrifice for their team, play when it hurts, shift positions or give advice and be a team leader. They may not play on teams in the North Jersey Top 25 rankings. They may not have the prettiest jerseys, or the newest bats, but when it’s time to make a play, they are the ones who step up. They are the Real MVPs of North Jersey softball.
Livingston High School Boys Track and Field Team Off to Fast Start in 2024 Season
LIVINGSTON, NJ — The Livingston High School (LHS) boys track and field team is off to a fast start to the 2024 season and is currently undefeated in dual meets with convincing wins over Columbia High School, Payne Technical School and North Star Academy. Weekend meets have included the DodgerTown Relays, Morris Hills Relays and East Stroudsburg University’s Red & Black Invitational.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Standout Lancer performances so far have included the following: Sam Jean Marie, a freshman shot putter, has shattered the LHS freshman record (42-8.5) and is making an instant contribution...
Track & Field: Gov. Livingston Boys Win HCTCA Relay Carnival; Girls Place 2nd
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Governor Livingston Girls and Boys Track and Field teams kicked off the outdoor season with a series of relay meets–and plenty of personal records (PRs) and medals. On April 20, the Highlanders showcased their depth and talent with impressive performances at the 46th HCTCA Relay Carnival, hosted by the Hudson County Track Coaches Association at Kearny High School. The competition included athletes from 29 high schools throughout NJ, and the Highlanders Varsity and JV teams competed in the Small School division. GLHS dominated in several events and showed the power of...
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