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Weekend Sports Recap: Scotch Plains-Fanwood Boys Soccer Advances to Union County Championship, Football Defeats Perth Amboy
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – This past weekend in sports for Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School saw Football defeat Perth Amboy and Boys Soccer advance to the final round of the Union County Tournament.Boys SoccerCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERScotch Plains-Fanwood advances to the championship round of the 2024 Union County Tournament, defeating Oratory 2-0 on Saturday, Oct. 19. Both goals for the Raiders came from junior Jayvon Young and freshman Anastasio Pavlou.SPF will have a highly anticipated matchup for the County Championship, facing long-time rival school Westfield on Saturday, Oct. 28.Related: Union County...
Field Hockey: South Plainfield Victory Over Middletown South Friday Prepares Team for Tuesday GMC Showdown
SOUTH PLAINFIELD -- Senior forward/back Amber Olsen scored a third quarter goal to pace South Plainfield to a 1-1 home tie with Middletown South on Senior Night Friday. Senior midfielder Caroline Bedetti scored a goal in the fourth quarter to tie the game for Middletown South (9-5-4), who are 2-2-2 in their last six games. Senior goalie Laci Sikora made 16 saves for the Tigers (8-7-1), who are 1-5-1 in their last seven games. The tie was the first for South Plainfield since a 1-1 road deadlock at Metuchen on Oct. 6, 2021. "Last Friday was a great night...
NY Yankees Star Set to Mix and Mingle in Montclair
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Step right up for a night of fun and fanfare! On Tuesday, November 19, from 6:00-7:30 pm, Yankee legend Willie Randolph will be making a special appearance at Tierney’s Tavern in Montclair. According to organizers, guests will have the chance to chat with Randolph and take home a special keepsake — an autographed, limited-edition bottle of Championz Gin, upon making a $100 donation to the Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center. This exclusive release by Golden Bay Distillery pays homage to exceptional individuals who embody the spirit of a champion, like the legendary Willie...
Rutgers alters schedule and routine to adjust for trip to Southern Cal
The schedule-makers might want to check their watches when the final whistle blows. Rutgers is set to make its first trip Los Angeles, California this week when the Scarlet Knights take on Southern Cal on Friday in a game that will test fans and their bed times. Kickoff, which will...
Union High School Gymnast Crowned Union County All Around Champ
UNION, NJ – Union High School’s Lailah Willis took home the title of Union County All Around Champion at the Union County Tournament last week.Union gymnastics competed in the Tournament on Thursday and had a great meet all around, said district Athletic Director Ron Zieser, but “Lailah Willis stole the show.” CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERWillis placed first on Vault with a 9.55; second on Bars with an 8.65; first on Beam with a 9.45; and third place on Floor with a 9.25 “She was great,” said Zieser, “and she couldn't have done it without the amazing energy and support of her teammates.” For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Parsippany High Football Falls to West Side in Friday Night Game
NEWARK, NJ - The West Side High School Football team shut out Parsippany in a 34-0 victory on Friday night. The game started quietly, with both teams failing to score in the first half. West Side's defense stifled Parsippany’s offense, while Parsippany’s defense also held strong early on, leading to a scoreless tie at halftime.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERIn the second half, however, West Side took control. They exploded for 34 unanswered points, dominating both sides of the ball. Parsippany quarterback Kevin Regan completed 10 of 18 passes for 63 yards but threw four interceptions. Their running game also faltered, with the team managing only 42 rushing yards on 16 attempts.Mathew Parker led Parsippany’s receiving corps with two catches for 32 yards, but their offense failed to find the end zone. Defensively, Parsippany put up a solid effort in the first half, with Omar Amin recording eight total tackles, while Lukas Grippo and Dante Mauriello added six tackles each.With the win, West Side improves to 3-5 on the season, while Parsippany remains at 0-7. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Field Hockey: Ohio State suffers 1-0 loss on lone Rutgers goal
Senior goalkeeper Abby Danson (75) alongside fellow Buckeyes during the Rutgers University game. The Scarlet Knights swept the buckeyes 1-0 at the Bauer Track and Field Complex in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Credit: Ohio State Athletics.
Elizabeth Offense Shows Out For Second Straight Victory
ELIZABETH, NJ - The Elizabeth Minutemen Varsity Football Team is back to .500 on the season, due in large part to a complete offensive performance in their 43-29 victory over Watchung Hills. Quarterback Anrique Fleming impacted the game with both his arms and legs, completing all 11 passing attempts for 162 yards and three touchdowns, adding 107 rushing yards and a touchdown on the ground. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERNahjae Smith led Elizabeth in receiving, recording three receptions for 76 yards and two touchdowns. He also contributed defensively with an interception. Luis Cuero had a receiving touchdown. Eric Cespedes had an interception. Next up for Elizabeth is a contest on the road at Union. Game time is at 7 p.m. on Friday. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Freshmen NBA prospects Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey lead new-look No. 25 Rutgers
In less than a year, Rutgers coach Steve Pikiell has transformed a squad that finished with a losing record, lost four starters in the transfer portal and has three players returning into a preseason AP Top 25 team ranked No. 25. That’s what the greatest recruiting class in Rutgers history can do. Guard Dylan Harper and guard/forward Ace Bailey were among the top high school prospects and not only did they both choose Rutgers, they are considered potential NBA lottery picks. The Scarlet Knights also return big man Emmanuel Ogbole and guards Jeremiah Williams and Jamichael Davis. Harper is the son of NBA star Ron Harper and the brother of former Scarlet Knight Ron Harper Jr. He averaged 23 points as a senior at Don Bosco Prep in New Jersey.
Union County Tournament Recap and Looking Ahead for Gov. Livingston Volleyball and Field Hockey
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - In an exhilarating week for Gov. Livingston athletics, both the Volleyball and Field Hockey teams made impressive strides in the Union County Tournament (UCT). The Volleyball team advanced to the semifinal round after defeating Dayton and Oak Knoll in convincing 2-0 matches, while the Field Hockey team triumphed in a thrilling overtime showdown against Cranford, thanks to senior Reilly House’s game-winning goal, assisted by Hayden Panagiotou. As the Highlanders prepare for their upcoming matches, the momentum from these victories has sparked heightened anticipation for their playoff journeys.During the week of October 14,...
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